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Comparative Loan Applicant Analysis
Consider the two loan applicants described below, both seeking a $20,000 loan to start a small business. Analyze their financial situations and determine which applicant is more likely to be 'credit market constrained'. Justify your reasoning by explaining the factors a lender would consider.
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