Some people like to visit the same places and travel the same routes every time they vacation.
Others prefer exotic locales and unchartered pathways. By the same token, not all investors are equally adventurous. Investors that prefer high-risk investments have the potential for the greatest rewards but also have the potential for the greatest loss. Other low-risk investors prefer investments that offer greater safety at the expense of potentially higher rewards. Many investors find they can minimize their risk through proper asset allocation.