Jandalla is concerned. Her company is in desperate need of a cash infusion; she is also on the verge of labour problems and needs some support. She had a lunch meeting with Rafael, who represents a potential investor. The idea is that Rafael's firm would acquire partial ownership of Jandalla's company in return for financial investment. Jandalla is also pleased that Rafael's firm will also provide her with managerial assistance. Rafael's firm is best characterized as a ___ which is a type of ___. Multiple Choice venture capital company; private equity firm labour supported investment fund; private equity firm labour supported investment fund; pension fund private equity firm; sovereign wealth fund venture capital company; pension fund
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