Index Replication Methods Quiz
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What is the main advantage of physical replication over synthetic replication?

  • Lower tracking error
  • Reduced exposure to counterparty risk (correct)
  • Increased diversification
  • Higher cost efficiency
  • Which tracking method is characterized by a sophisticated computer modelling technique?

  • Optimization (correct)
  • Full replication
  • Stratified sampling
  • Synthetic replication
  • Why is full replication considered suitable for only large portfolios?

  • It is more expensive than other tracking methods (correct)
  • It requires holding all index constituents based on their weightings
  • It involves more counterparty risks
  • It provides less accurate tracking for smaller portfolios
  • What is the primary concern associated with stratified sampling?

    <p>Subjectivity in selection leading to biases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does synthetic replication pass on the responsibility of tracking to a swap provider?

    <p>To reduce the tracking error</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which tracking method employs a representative sample of securities from the index?

    <p>Stratified sampling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the downside of using optimization as a tracking method?

    <p>Complexity and sophistication involved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is full replication generally considered more accurate than stratified sampling?

    <p>It holds all index constituents based on their weightings</p> Signup and view all the answers

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