What is the process of comparing a mutual fund's performance against market indices known as?

"Benchmarking" "Indexing" "Capitalization" "Valuation"

Which index provides a more comprehensive view of a fund's performance by considering both capital appreciation and dividends?

"Price Return Index" "Total Return Index" "Earnings Per Share" "Dividend Yield"

What was the primary metric used to evaluate mutual fund performance before the shift to Total Return Index?

"Total Return Index" "Dividend Yield" "Price Return Index" "Expense Ratio"

How has the introduction of Total Return Index (TRI) impacted the transparency and credibility of mutual funds?

"Reduced transparency" "No significant impact" "Increased transparency and credibility" "Decreased credibility"

What should an investor do if their previously outperforming fund starts underperforming after the implementation of TRI?

"Ignore the change and hold the investment" "Immediately sell all investments" "Review the investment portfolio and consider removing consistently underperforming funds" "Increase investment in the underperforming fund"