What Is the First Step an Investor Takes When Making

Multiple Choice

What is the first step an investor takes when making an investment decision according to the separation principle?

A) Determining the mix of risky and risk-free assets he/she will hold
B) Quantifying the amount of risk he/she is willing to accept
C) Estimating future inflation and risk-free rates
D) Determining the portfolio of risky assets that he/she will hold
E) Specifying a desired rate of return