A company is considering bringing a lawsuit against another party. The​ company's lawyers estimate that there is a 50​%

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A company is considering bringing a lawsuit against another party. The​ company's lawyers estimate that there is a 50​%

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A company is considering bringing a lawsuit against another
party. The​ company's lawyers estimate that there is a 50​%
chance the co. will make​ $40,000 (after legal​ fees), a
20​% chance the co. will break even​ (the award will equal the
legal​ fees), and a 30​% chance the co. will lose the case and
will need to pay ​$30,000 in legal fees. Estimate
the​ company's expected gain or loss if it proceeds with the
lawsuit.
What is his expected gain or​ loss?
A. Breaks even
B. Loss of ​$11000
C. Gain of ​$11000
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