Marvin's utility function is given by U(W) = 10 - 3/(1 + W) and his initial wealth is zero. What is his expected utility from playing a game where he wins $2 on a coin toss if a head appears and nothing if a tail appears?
A) 4.5
B) 7.0
C) 3.5
D) 8.0
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