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Comparing Loan Terms for Different Borrowers
Two individuals, Alex and Ben, apply for identical $10,000 loans from the same lender. Alex has a documented history of repaying all previous debts on time. Ben has a history of making late payments and has defaulted on a small loan in the past. Based on this information, explain why the loan terms offered to Ben would likely be different from those offered to Alex. Identify at least two specific ways the lender might adjust the loan conditions for Ben to mitigate their increased risk.
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