John is entering retirement on a decreased income. At his retirement party, he was gifted a small amount of money that he'd like to invest. In the coming years, he wants to see a positive return on his investment but cannot afford to lose it. Which is the best investment choice for John? (2 points)
a
US Treasury bond
b
common stock
c
preferred stock
d
corporate bond

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John is entering retirement on a decreased income. At his retirement party, he was gifted a small amount of money that he'd like to invest. In the coming years, he wants to see a positive return on his investment but cannot afford to lose it. Which is the best investment choice for John? (2 points)
 a
US Treasury bond
 b
common stock
 c
preferred stock
 d
corporate bond

supie · Answer

Is this a test question?

Vocaloid · Answer

old question, answering to close

key phrase: he cannot afford to lose it. you can always lose money on stocks. additionally, corporations can default on their bonds, and the bonds will lose value.

***technically*** the US treasury can default as well, although this is very unlikely, making this the safest option for john