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so... wouldn't it make sense for the other 90% to be acqhired vs taking up space in the bottom 90% of the yc stable?


Yes, but the company doesn't necessarily know whether it's going to be in that top 10% when acqui-hire offers occur. They usually occur on the upward trajectory of a company. So most investors would rather the company roll the dice on a bigger exit later than "settle" for the acqui-hire now.

The entrepreneur's perspective may be different.




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