Shares in XM Radio currently sell for $20. If the satellite it plans to launch works well, the share value will increase by $35. If the satellite fails to function, the share price will fall by $5. The expected return of the stock is

a. 25%.
b. 50%.
c. 75%.
d. 100%.


c. 75%.

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