Reading from left to right, which group lists investments increasing in risk level?

Question

Stock, CD, mutual fund
Mutual fund, CD, stock
Mutual fund, stock, CD
CD, mutual fund, stock

Answer 1

The correct group that lists investments increasing in risk level is:

CD, mutual fund, stock

In general, CDs (Certificates of Deposit) are considered low-risk, mutual funds carry moderate risk, and stocks are usually considered high-risk investments.