alleryStart learning →An asset has an expected return of 15% above the risk-free rate and a standard deviation of 10%. Its Sharpe ratio is
A1.5
B0.67
C5.0
D25.0
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. 1.5
Excess return divided by standard deviation: 15% / 10% = 1.5.
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