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Evaluating Financial Advice
An investment advisor presents two options to a client: Option A offers a guaranteed return of $5,000. Option B involves a project with a 60% chance of returning $10,000 and a 40% chance of returning $0. The advisor recommends Option B, stating it is the superior choice because its average outcome is higher. Analyze the advisor's recommendation. Under what specific condition regarding the client's attitude toward risk is this advice sound? Explain why the advice might be inappropriate if that condition is not met.
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