Certified Fund Specialist (CFS) [cfs]

Question 1

Which characteristic most distinguishes alternative investments from traditional investments?

Higher dividend yields Low correlation with traditional asset classes Guaranteed principal protection Daily liquidity and transparency

Correct Answer:

Low correlation with traditional asset classes

Question 2

A hedge fund that uses the 'long/short equity' strategy will typically:

Only buy undervalued stocks and hold them long-term Buy stocks expected to rise and short-sell stocks expected to fall Invest exclusively in government bonds Track a benchmark index with minimal deviation

Correct Answer:

Buy stocks expected to rise and short-sell stocks expected to fall

Question 3

Private equity funds differ from public equity primarily because they:

Offer daily NAV pricing and redemptions Invest in companies not listed on public exchanges Are regulated under the Investment Company Act of 1940 Provide FDIC insurance on invested capital

Correct Answer:

Invest in companies not listed on public exchanges

Question 4

What is the typical 'two and twenty' fee structure in a hedge fund?

2% sales load and 20% annual maintenance fee 2% management fee on AUM and 20% performance fee on profits 20% upfront fee and 2% redemption fee 2% advisory fee and a 20% dividend reinvestment charge

Correct Answer:

2% management fee on AUM and 20% performance fee on profits

Question 5

A 'fund of funds' in the context of alternative investments refers to:

A mutual fund that invests only in bond funds A pooled vehicle that invests in multiple underlying hedge funds or private equity funds An ETF that tracks an index of alternative asset managers A closed-end fund with a fixed number of shares

Correct Answer:

A pooled vehicle that invests in multiple underlying hedge funds or private equity funds

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