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Basic Question 9 of 11

The estimate of beta depends upon the ______.

I. time period used for estimation
II. market proxy used for M
III. number of observations used

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edushyant Probably length of period (I) is of importance. If the data over short time period is used, beta estimates may be affected by special events during that period.
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calculate and interpret beta

CFA® 2025 Level I Curriculum, Volume 2, Module 2.