Given a set of returns,the wider the distribution of those returns,the
A)higher the number of those returns.
B)lower the average rate of return.
C)lower the variance.
D)higher the standard deviation.
E)lower the volatility.

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The wider the distribution of returns, the higher the standard deviation. Standard deviation is a measure of volatility, and a wider distribution of returns means that there is more variability in the returns, indicating higher volatility. Therefore, the correct option is D.

Given a Set of Returns,the Wider the Distribution of Those