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Credit Access and its Influence on Risk Aversion
The ability to access credit is a situational factor that tends to reduce risk aversion, as borrowing can serve as a buffer against negative financial outcomes. This mechanism helps explain why individuals with limited wealth are often more risk-averse, as they are typically less likely to have access to credit.
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