If everyone believed that the market was efficient, would it stop being efficient? Explain your answer briefly. 2) You are doing consulting for a small business in the energy solution field (e.g. electric vehicle charging, solar farms backup solution, microgrid). The owner has a PhD who adds much value in this field and holds some important patents. He is looking for capital to expand his business. Some industry players have approached him, but all want to swallow the small business and make it part of their business because it is attractive. In contrast, he is looking for a hands-off investor only. What can you advise the owner regarding raising fund for his business? Explain your answer briefly.

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