Which of the following is a feature of the 'Random Walk Hypothesis' of stock prices? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a feature of the 'Random Walk Hypothesis' of stock prices?
A. Only fundamental analysis is irrelevant
B. Technical analysis can systematically generate excess returns
C. Successive price changes are independent and stock prices fully reflect available information
D. Stock prices are predictable based on past patterns
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The random walk hypothesis, closely related to the efficient market hypothesis, asserts that successive price changes are independent and that prices incorporate information so rapidly that future changes are unpredictable.

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Which of the following is a feature of Indian agriculture?
A. High productivity
B. High capital intensity
C. Predominance of small and marginal holdings
D. Low dependence on monsoon

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Indian agriculture is characterised by predominance of small and marginal land holdings, dependence on monsoon, low productivity and labour intensity.

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Question #2
The 'Gross Value Added' at basic prices excludes:
A. depreciation
B. all taxes
C. indirect taxes net of subsidies
D. net factor income from abroad

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
GVA at basic prices is measured before net product taxes, so it excludes net indirect taxes.

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The 'poverty line' in India was historically based on a minimum calorie requirement of:
A. 1200 kcal per person per day
B. 2400 kcal rural and 2100 kcal urban per person per day
C. 1800 kcal per person per day
D. 3000 kcal per person per day

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
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