In comparing the deviations of returns, which one of the following assets has historically had the largest standard deviation of annual returns?
A) large company stocks
B) long-term corporate bonds
C) long-term government bonds
D) U.S. Treasury bills

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Historically, large company stocks have had the largest standard deviation of annual returns compared to long-term corporate bonds, long-term government bonds, and U.S. Treasury bills, indicating higher volatility and risk.

In Comparing the Deviations of Returns, Which One of the Following