Write equivalent compound statements if possible.

a. x = 2 *x

b. x = x + y - 2;

c. sum = sum + num;

d. z = z *x + 2 *z;

e. y = y / (x + 5);

Why is investing in a mutual fund less risky than investing in a particular company's stock? a. mutual funds only invest in blue-chip stocks. b. investments in mutual funds are more liquid. c. mutual funds hold a diversified portfolio of stocks. d. investments in mutual funds offer a higher rate of return.