If the probability a firm is being embezzled is 2 percent and the estimated potential cost to the firm from embezzlement is $100,000, what is the expected cost of the embezzlement?

A) -$2,000
B) $200
C) -$200
D) $2,000


D) $2,000

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A. i > 1.5 B. 0.5 < i < 1.0 C. i < 0.5 D. 1.0 < i < 1.5

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