An investor has $800 invested in Stock X and $1,300 invested in Stock Y. What is the portfolio weight of Stock Y?
A) 41%
B) 38%
C) 27%
D) 33%
E) 62%

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The portfolio weight of Stock Y is calculated by dividing the amount invested in Stock Y by the total amount invested in both stocks. So, the calculation is $1,300 / ($800 + $1,300) = $1,300 / $2,100 = 0.619, or 62% when converted to a percentage.

An Investor Has $800 Invested in Stock X and $1,300