Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Entrepreneurship

Chapter

Resource Mobilisation

Question:
In 2015 Joy Ltd, started a toy manufacturing unit using robot technology. The toys manufactured by the company became popular amongst children. But since the cost of the toys was high, the company could not earn good profit. The business is of high risk along with higher expected returns. The company wants to increase production so that they can reduce cost per unit. For this the company wants additional investment of Rs. 50 lakhs. The company approached Ashok who has just retired from Indian Space Research Organisation and who is an influential person. Ashok agreed to give the loan to the company provided that his loan is converted into equity shares after two years. The company agreed to Ashok’s proposal.
What type of investor is Ashok?
Options:
Venture Capitalist
Angel Investor
Banker
Any of the above
Correct Answer:
Angel Investor
Explanation:
Angel investors are current or retired executives, business owners or high net worth individuals who have the knowledge, expertise, and funds that help start-ups match up to industry standards.