Suppose my utility function for asset position x is given by u(x) = In(x).**Am I risk-averse, risk-neutral, or risk-seeking?I now have $20,000 and am considering the following two lotteries:L1: With probability 1, I lose $1,000.L2: With probability .9, I gain $0. L2: With probability .1, I lose $10,000.Determine which lottery I prefer and the risk premium of L2.

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