土豆妮

The basic rationale for switching from the Prudent Man Rule (PMR) to the Prudent Investor Rule (PIR) is that the PMR:

A) views the decision to invest in each asset in isolation, while the PIR recognizes the major tenets of modern portfolio theory and views the decision to invest in a given asset relative to its impact on the portfolio as a whole.

B) was permitting fiduciaries to take risks that were deemed unacceptable when reviewed in court.

C) is process-oriented while the PIR is a results-oriented framework.

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The main difference between the PMR and the PIR is that the PMR looks at assets in isolation while the PIR incorporates modern portfolio theory. In other words, the PIR looks at an asset’s risk relative to return, and the risk is a function of how the inclusion of the asset affects overall portfolio returns.

土豆妮

Which of the following statements correctly summarizes the fundamental concepts underlying the Prudent Man Rule (PMR) and the Prudent Investor Rule (PIR)? The PMR considers risk:

A) relative to return; the PIR considers risk independent of return.

B) independent of return; the PIR considers risk relative to return.

C) relative to return; the PIR considers risk relative to return.

土豆妮

Which of the following statements regarding the Prudent Investor Rule (PIR) and the Prudent Man Rule (PMR) is most correct?

A) The PIR is primarily results-oriented while the PMR is process-oriented.

B) Under the PIR restrictions on investment in categories of securities have been codified.

C) Under the PIR no particular investment is either prudent or imprudent.

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Under the PIR no particular investment is either prudent or imprudent. The decision is made based upon return vs. risk, where risk is measured by the asset’s impact on the portfolio.

土豆妮

Mary Rutherford, CFA, is considering the purchase of Greenbelt Paper's stock in an upcoming initial public offering (IPO) for a portfolio that she serves as trustee. She has performed the necessary research and believes that the stock satisfies the fund's risk/reward requirements. Under the Prudent Man Rule, Rutherford would:

A) be allowed to buy the IPO as well as any options on the stock.

B) be allowed to buy the IPO.

C) not be allowed to buy the IPO, because the transaction is considered too risky.

土豆妮

Mary Rutherford, CFA, is considering the purchase of Greenbelt Paper's stock in an upcoming initial public offering (IPO) for a portfolio that she serves as trustee. She has performed the necessary research and believes that the stock satisfies the fund's risk/reward requirements. Under the Prudent Man Rule, Rutherford would:

A) be allowed to buy the IPO as well as any options on the stock.

B) be allowed to buy the IPO.

C) not be allowed to buy the IPO, because the transaction is considered too risky.

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Under the Prudent Man Rule, entire classes of securities (options, futures, IPOs, etc.) were deemed imprudent. Hence, Rutherford would not be able to buy IPOs or options on stocks.

土豆妮

Mary Rutherford, CFA, is considering the purchase of Greenbelt Paper's stock in an upcoming initial public offering (IPO) for a portfolio that she serves as trustee. She has performed the necessary research, and believes that the stock satisfies the fund's risk/reward requirements. Under the Prudent Investor Rule, Rutherford would:

A) not be allowed to buy the IPO because the transaction is considered too risky.

B) not be allowed to buy the IPO but could instead purchase a large position in the secondary market.

C) be allowed to buy the IPO.

土豆妮

Mary Rutherford, CFA, is considering the purchase of Greenbelt Paper's stock in an upcoming initial public offering (IPO) for a portfolio that she serves as trustee. She has performed the necessary research, and believes that the stock satisfies the fund's risk/reward requirements. Under the Prudent Investor Rule, Rutherford would:

A) not be allowed to buy the IPO because the transaction is considered too risky.

B) not be allowed to buy the IPO but could instead purchase a large position in the secondary market.

C) be allowed to buy the IPO.

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The new Prudent Investor Rule does not rule out entire classes of securities as does the old rule. However, the trustee must avoid speculation and undue risk. A large position of any stock would not be considered prudent, not to mention an untested stock. The higher fees could be construed as excessive fees and prohibited under the Prudent Investor Rule.

土豆妮

With respect to the Prudent Man Rule and the Prudent Investor Rule, which of the following statements is least accurate?

A) An investment that is not appropriate under the Prudent Man Rule may be appropriate under the Prudent Investor Rule.

B) Both impose discretion in choosing investments.

C) The Prudent Investor Rule imposes an ordinary standard of care.

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The Prudent Investor Rule imposes a “professional” standard of care. The Prudent Investor Rule may allow an investment in an asset, based upon diversification benefits, when the Prudent Man Rule would not allow investing in that asset. Both rules impose discretion in choosing investments.

土豆妮

Which of the following statements represent the most important aspect of the Prudent Man Rule?

A) The fiduciary is generally forbidden from delegating their investment authority.

B) Using caution and being conservative in the selection of investments.

C) Each investment is considered on its own merits, not in regard to the rest of the portfolio

土豆妮

Which of the following statements represent the most important aspect of the Prudent Man Rule?

A) The fiduciary is generally forbidden from delegating their investment authority.

B) Using caution and being conservative in the selection of investments.

C) Each investment is considered on its own merits, not in regard to the rest of the portfolio.

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In general the Prudent Man Rule has been construed as a directive to preserve capital and avoid risk.