For Many Start-Ups,the First Round of Outside Private Equity Financing

question 24

Multiple Choice

For many start-ups,the first round of outside private equity financing is often obtained from ________ which may also bring expertise to the firm that the entrepreneur lacks.

• A) venture capital firms
• B) angel investors
• C) institutional investors
• D) corporate investors

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Definitions:

Emotional Appeal

Persuasive approach that calls on audience feelings and sympathies rather than facts, figures, and rational arguments.

Rational Argument

A logical way of presenting a belief, conclusion, or stance supported by evidence and reasoning.

Logical Appeal

An approach that relies on logic and proof, instead of appealing to the emotions and compassion of the audience.

Methods Of Reasoning

The systematic processes used to arrive at conclusions, including deductive and inductive reasoning.