The income an investor receives in some period divided by the value of the security at the beginning of that period is known as _____yield.

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The definition given is of current yield. A is incorrect as it refers to a different concept. B could be a possible answer, but expected yield is often based on projections and estimates, whereas current yield is based on actual income received. D is also incorrect as realized yield refers to the actual yield earned over a past period, rather than the yield for the current period.

The Income an Investor Receives in Some Period Divided by the Value