The standard deviation on small US company shares:
I.is greater than the standard deviation on large company shares.
II.is less than the standard deviation on large company shares.
III.had an average value of about 33 % for the period 1926 to 2005.
IV.had an average value of about 20 % for the period 1926 to 2005.
A)I and III only.
B)I and II only.
C)II and III only.
D)II and IV only.
E)I and IV only.

Question

The standard deviation on small US company shares: 
I.is greater than the standard deviation on large company shares.
II.is less than the standard deviation on large company shares.
III.had an average value of about 33 % for the period 1926 to 2005.
IV.had an average value of about 20 % for the period 1926 to 2005.
A)I and III only.
B)I and II only.
C)II and III only.
D)II and IV only.
E)I and IV only.

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Small US company shares typically have a higher standard deviation than large company shares, indicating greater volatility. Historical data shows an average standard deviation of about 33% for small company shares from 1926 to 2005.

The Standard Deviation on Small US Company Shares