John Is Trying to Decide Whether to Expand His Business

question 88

Multiple Choice

John is trying to decide whether to expand his business or not. If he continues his business as it is, with no expansion, there is a 50 percent chance his revenue will be $100,000 and a 50 percent chance his revenue will be $300,000. If he does expand, it will cost him $150,000, and there is a 30 percent chance his revenue will be $100,000; a 30 percent chance his revenue will be $300,000; and a 40 percent chance his revenue will be $500,000.What is the expected value of John's revenue if he chooses not to expand?

• A)$400,000
• B)$200,000
• C)$250,000
• D)$225,000

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