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What is the primary purpose of an accelerator program?
What is the primary purpose of an accelerator program?
- To educate entrepreneurs on how to scale their companies globally
- To provide networking opportunities for established companies
- To provide funding for companies that have already received millions of dollars in funding
- To accelerate the development of early-stage companies or ideas (correct)
What is the typical duration of an accelerator program?
What is the typical duration of an accelerator program?
- 6-24 months
- 1-2 years
- 1-3 years
- 3-12 months (correct)
What is the range of seed money offered by accelerators in exchange for equity?
What is the range of seed money offered by accelerators in exchange for equity?
- $5,000 to $50,000
- $20,000 to $200,000
- $10,000 to over $120,000 (correct)
- $50,000 to $500,000
What is the main reason entrepreneurs choose the accelerator path?
What is the main reason entrepreneurs choose the accelerator path?
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Who started the first notable startup accelerator, Y Combinator?
Who started the first notable startup accelerator, Y Combinator?
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How many months do companies typically interact with the accelerator operator during the application process?
How many months do companies typically interact with the accelerator operator during the application process?
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What is the main characteristic of the most well-known accelerators?
What is the main characteristic of the most well-known accelerators?
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What is the primary benefit of participating in an accelerator program?
What is the primary benefit of participating in an accelerator program?
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What is the typical stage of companies that participate in accelerator programs?
What is the typical stage of companies that participate in accelerator programs?
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What is the expected outcome of participating in an accelerator program?
What is the expected outcome of participating in an accelerator program?
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