An investor who accepts the risk of a loss in exchange for the chance to earn a profit is referred to as which one of the following?
A)hedger
B)short seller
C)speculator
D)broker
E)dealer

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A speculator is an investor who takes risks in the hopes of making a profit. Hedgers, on the other hand, try to minimize the risk of their investments, while short sellers profit when a stock's price goes down. Brokers and dealers are intermediaries who help facilitate transactions but do not necessarily take on risk themselves.

An Investor Who Accepts the Risk of a Loss in Exchange