Exam ICWIM Topic 1 Question 106 Discussion
Actual exam question for CISI's ICWIM exam
Question #: 106
Topic #: 1
Question #: 106
Topic #: 1
How does the inclusion of a bond fund within a portfolio provide benefits over direct investing?
Suggested Answer: B Vote an answer
Bond funds offer greater diversification than purchasing individual bonds, reducing risk exposure.
* Why is Option B Correct?
* Broad diversification # A bond fund spreads investments across multiple issuers, reducing default risk.
* Professional management # Bond fund managers actively manage interest rate risk and credit risk.
* Why Not Other Options?
* A (Greater income) # Bond funds do not always provide higher income than direct bonds.
* C (Lower charges) # Bond funds may have management fees that individual bonds do not.
* D (Exact match to client needs) # Individual bonds may be better suited for specific income needs.
# Reference: CFA Institute (Fixed Income Investing), CISI Wealth & Investment Management.
* Why is Option B Correct?
* Broad diversification # A bond fund spreads investments across multiple issuers, reducing default risk.
* Professional management # Bond fund managers actively manage interest rate risk and credit risk.
* Why Not Other Options?
* A (Greater income) # Bond funds do not always provide higher income than direct bonds.
* C (Lower charges) # Bond funds may have management fees that individual bonds do not.
* D (Exact match to client needs) # Individual bonds may be better suited for specific income needs.
# Reference: CFA Institute (Fixed Income Investing), CISI Wealth & Investment Management.
by Bennett at Aug 04, 2025, 10:12 AM
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