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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Howie Buffett's Corn.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The Efficient Market Theory was popular because it:
(a) extended the theories of Adam Smith to financial markets.
(b) was simple.
(c) was based on technology.
(d) proved accurate.

2. Warren handled his investments with people:
(a) by following their instructions.
(b) by keeping them informned.
(c) by forming partnerships.
(d) on an individual basis.

3. What was the most important aspect of American Express?
(a) its dividends.
(b) its name.
(c) its history.
(d) its assets.

4. Which is not one of the three stocks that Buffett heavily invested in the 1960?
(a) American Express.
(b) Berkshire-Hawthaway.
(c) TWA.
(d) Disney.

5. What did Buffett always look at, especially in insurance?
(a) odds.
(b) profit.
(c) growth potential.
(d) premiums.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the end of 1986, the approximate share price of Berkshire was?

2. What did Buffett worry about at the age of twenty six when he had little money?

3. What term is used to denote risk?

4. What did Buffett consider to be the most important factor in evaluating a company?

5. Which of the following is not one of the terms of Warren's partnership?

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