If an investor possesses a portfolio heavily concentrated in futures, a financial advisor would most likely suggest adding which conservative investment to diversify the portfolio?

a. certificates of deposit
b. futures
c. stocks

a. Certificates of deposit

Explanation:

Certificates of deposit are savings certificates that have a fixed maturity rate and a specified fixed interest rate. This certificate can be issued in any denomination aside from minimum investment requirements. This is most likely what a financial advisor would suggest in order to diversify the portfolio. Certificates of deposit are usually issued by commercial banks.

the aksumite empire was an ancient kingdom located in what is now northern ethiopia from the period of 100 ad to 940 ad. its capital was the city of aksum. the kingdom established itself as one of the 4 great powers at its time, along with persia, rome, and china.

the kingdom was rich in goods like gold, iron, and salt. it established strong commercial ties with the regions governed by rome, egypt, and persia (arabia). aksum was a key location in this commercial network. trade was also facilitated with the introduction of the aksumite currency.