Given this information, why anyone would want to invest in bonds rather than stocks?

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Chapter14: Property Transact Ions: Capital Gains And Losses, § 1231, And Recapture Provisions
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Samantha told you that she invested $1,000 in a portfolio of large-company stocks five years ago and reinvested the dividends. Her investment grew to $3,456 as of today. Had she invested that same amount in a Government of Antigua bond she would have received $2,500 even if she reinvested the 10% coupons paid on the bonds.


Given this information, why anyone would want to invest in bonds rather than stocks?

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