What does venture capital mean?

1. A short-term capital provided to industries
2. A long-term start-up capital provided to new entrepreneurs
3. Funds provided to industries at times of incurring losses
4. Funds provided for replacement and renovation of industries

Explanation

Option (b) is correct

• Venture capital (VC) is a form of private equity and a type of financing for startup companies and small businesses with long-term growth potential. It generally comes from investors, investment banks, and financial institutions.

Answer: (b) A long- term start-up capital provided to a new entrepreneur; Difficulty Level: Easy