Explain why investors purchase stocks from a company. (1 point) Responses

A. Owning stocks is risk-free because the company earns revenues, which are given to stockholders.
B. Investors have the opportunity to manage the company and affect the company's day-to-day operations.
C. Stocks are an asset that can be quickly converted to cash and cannot lose value.
D. Owning stocks provides a portion of ownership in the company, including assets and earnings.

D. Owning stocks provides a portion of ownership in the company, including assets and earnings.