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What is the primary use of matrix algebra in credit risk models?
What is the primary use of matrix algebra in credit risk models?
- Estimating transition probabilities in credit rating migrations (correct)
- Measuring credit portfolio losses
- Simulating borrower creditworthiness
- Calculating expected loss
Which machine learning algorithm in finance heavily relies on matrix algebra?
Which machine learning algorithm in finance heavily relies on matrix algebra?
- Random Forest
- K-Means Clustering
- Support vector machines (SVMs) (correct)
- Decision Trees
What role does matrix algebra play in factor modeling techniques like principal component analysis (PCA)?
What role does matrix algebra play in factor modeling techniques like principal component analysis (PCA)?
- Predicting future stock prices
- Calculating expected returns of assets
- Estimating market volatility
- Identifying and analyzing latent factors driving asset returns (correct)
In machine learning applied to finance, why are feature vectors representing financial data often manipulated as matrices?
In machine learning applied to finance, why are feature vectors representing financial data often manipulated as matrices?
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What is a key advantage of using matrix algebra in developing quantitative models for decision-making in fintech?
What is a key advantage of using matrix algebra in developing quantitative models for decision-making in fintech?
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