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Investment Funds in Canada Questions 126–130 (page: 27)

Updated On: 12-Feb-2026

Which of the following statements is true when comparing fund of funds to traditional mutual funds?

  1. Fund of funds have higher fees than traditional mutual funds since there are two sets of management fees.
  2. Fund of funds have more asset class options available and lower fees than traditional mutual funds.
  3. Since fund of funds invest primarily outside Canada, they will have higher fees than traditional mutual funds.
  4. Fund of funds have more fee structure options available and lower fees than traditional mutual funds.

Answer(s): A

Explanation:

A fund of funds is a mutual fund that invests in other mutual funds. This means that there are two levels of management fees: one for the fund of funds itself and one for the underlying funds. Therefore, fund of funds have higher fees than traditional mutual funds that invest directly in securities.



At the close of business, Great Lengths Equity Fund had total assets of $135 million and total liabilities of $10 million. They had 11 million units outstanding. In addition, their current assets totalled $13 million and current liabilities were $3 million.
Which of the following statements regarding Great Lengths Equity Fund's net asset value per unit (NAVPU) is correct?

  1. The NAVPU is the total liabilities divided by the number of outstanding units.
  2. Current assets and current liabilities are used in the NAVPU calculation.
  3. There is not enough information available to calculate the NAVPU.
  4. Great Lengths Equity Fund's NAVPU is $11.36.

Answer(s): D

Explanation:

The net asset value per unit (NAVPU) of a mutual fund is calculated by dividing the net asset value (NAV) of the fund by the number of outstanding units. The NAV is the difference between the total assets and total liabilities of the fund. Current assets and current liabilities are not relevant for the NAVPU calculation. Therefore, Great Lengths Equity Fund's NAVPU is ($135 million - $10 million) / 11 million = $11.36.



Sandra presently participates in her employer-sponsored defined contribution pension plan (DCPP). As contributions continue to be made into her plan, what can she expect?

  1. Retirement benefits will be based on a prescribed formula that can be referenced from the plan's terms and conditions.
  2. The employer will solely make contributions to her DCPP based on a prescribed formula noted within her plan.
  3. Her available registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) contribution room will be reduced by what is being contributed to her plan.
  4. To ensure she has savings at retirement, the employer will choose stable investments to grow her retirement savings.

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

A defined contribution pension plan (DCPP) is a type of retirement savings plan where the employer and/or employee make contributions to an individual account for the employee. The retirement benefits depend on the amount of contributions and the investment returns. Contributions to a DCPP reduce the employee's available registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) contribution room, which is the maximum amount that can be contributed to an RRSP each year without tax penalties.



Which of the following statements best describes dollar-cost averaging?

  1. It is a type of systematic withdrawal program.
  2. It is buying a set dollar amount of a mutual fund on a regular basis
  3. It is the strategy of purchasing a set number of units of a mutual fund on a regular basis.
  4. It is making lump-sum purchases when the market price for a mutual fund is low.

Answer(s): B

Explanation:

Dollar-cost averaging is the practice of systematically investing equal amounts of money at regular intervals, regardless of the price of a security. This strategy can reduce the overall impact of price volatility and lower the average cost per share. By buying regularly in up and down markets, investors buy more shares at lower prices and fewer shares at higher prices. Dollar-cost averaging aims to prevent a poorly timed lump sum investment at a potentially higher price.


Reference:

What Is Dollar-Cost Averaging? - Investopedia



Which statement regarding the underwriting process and over-the-counter (OTC) markets is CORRECT?

  1. Corporations must have their shares listed both on an exchange and the OTC market during the underwriting process.
  2. During the underwriting process investment bankers raise investment capital from investors on behalf of corporations and governments issuing securities.
  3. Many new stock issues that are underwritten by securities firms are first listed on a stock exchange before they are sold over-the-counter.
  4. The disclosure standards for stock exchanges are not as stringent as those imposed by the OTC market.

Answer(s): B

Explanation:

Underwriting is the process through which an individual or institution takes on financial risk for a fee. This risk most typically involves loans, insurance, or investments. In the case of securities, underwriting involves conducting research and assessing the degree of risk each applicant or entity brings to the table before assuming that risk. During the underwriting process, investment bankers raise investment capital from investors on behalf of corporations and governments issuing securities. They also help determine the company's underlying value compared to the risk of funding its IPO.


Reference:

Underwriting: Definition and How the Various Types Work - Investopedia, The future of insurance underwriting | Deloitte Insights



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