Calculate the expected value of? return

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An asset is currently being considered by Perth Industries. The probability distribution of expected returns for this asset is shown in the following? table,

J Pr Return r

1 0.20 25.00%

2 0.10 20.00%

3 0.60 5.00%

4 0.05 0.00%

5 0.05 -15.00%

A) Calculate the expected value of? return, r for the asset. Round to two decimal places

B) Calculate the standard? deviation,sigma Subscript rσr?, for the? asset's returns

C) Calculate the coefficient of? variation, CV for the asset's return.

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