Bill and Hillary are both interested in investing in corporate securities. Bill is in his early 60s and will retire soon. On the other hand, Hillary is in her early 20s and just started her first job after graduating from college. Which of the two investors would be well advised to choose the more conservative investment? O Bill O Hillary O There is not enough information to answer. O It depends on whether they want to invest in stocks or bonds.
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