Which of the following would be the best proxy for market portfolio?
A) Wal-Mart stock
B) Dow Transportation Index
C) S & P 500 Composite Index
D) Dow jones Industrial Average

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The S&P 500 Composite Index is considered the best proxy for the market portfolio among the options given because it includes a broader representation of the total market by covering 500 of the largest companies across various industries in the United States, providing a more comprehensive overview of the market's performance.

Which of the Following Would Be the Best Proxy for Market