Michigan State’s Endowment Switching to Quants

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the primary reason for Michigan State University to move funds into quant funds?
To diversify their portfolio and reduce fees
To invest in real estate
To increase their hedge fund allocation
To follow a trend set by other universities
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What is a common reason for endowments and pension funds to renegotiate their allocations?
To reduce exposure to real estate
To increase their spending rate
Due to high fees and poor performance
To follow government regulations
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What financial challenge did Michigan State face with its hedge fund allocation?
A 9% loss in hedge fund allocation
An increase in hedge fund fees
A lack of available hedge funds
A 15% gain in hedge fund allocation
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the congressman's proposal regarding endowment spending?
To invest more in technology
To reduce tuition costs for middle-class students
To increase faculty salaries
To increase spending on infrastructure
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which political figure supported the congressman's views on endowment spending?
Barack Obama
Joe Biden
Hillary Clinton
Donald Trump
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