The standard deviation on small company stocks:
I.is greater than the standard deviation on large company stocks.
II.is less than the standard deviation on large company stocks.
III.had an average value of about 33% for the period 1926 to 2004.
IV.had an average value of about 20% for the period 1926 to 2004.
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 company stocks typically have higher volatility and thus a greater standard deviation than large company stocks. Historical data shows that the average standard deviation for small company stocks was about 33% from 1926 to 2004.

The Standard Deviation on Small Company Stocks