Suppose that (1) investors expect a 4.0% rate of inflation in the future, (2) the real risk-free rate is 3.0%, (3) the market risk premium is 5.0%, (4) Talcott Inc.'s beta is 1.70, and (5) its realized rate of return has averaged 15.0% over the last 5 years. Calculate the required rate of return for Talcot Inc.

Select the correct answer.

a. 15.45%

b. 15.30%

c. 15.35%

d. 15.40%

e. 15.50%