Based on historical data, Target has a [rt]% expected annual…

Based on historical data, Target has a % expected annual return and % standard deviation while Berkshire Hathaway has a % expected return and a % standard deviation. Assume the correlation between the returns of these companies is %. What is the standard deviation of your portfolio if you split your money evenly between Target and Berkshire?

You are evaluating a project that will cost $500,000, but is…

You are evaluating a project that will cost $500,000, but is expected to produce cash flows of $125,000 per year for 10 years, with the first cash flow in one year. Your cost of capital is 11% and your company’s preferred payback period is three years or less. What is the payback period of this project?