People Who Are Risk Takers

question 24

Multiple Choice

People who are risk takers

• A) prefer a sure thing over a gamble with a higher expected value.
• B) choose the outcome with the highest expected value.
• C) choose the outcome with the lowest expected value.
• D) prefer gambles with lower expected values but potentially higher winnings over a sure thing.
• E) do not partake in any risky activities.

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Definitions:

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