The following data are accumulated by Geddes Company in evaluating the purchase of $130,000 of...

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The following data are accumulated by Geddes Company in evaluating the purchase of $130,000 of equipment, having a four-year useful life:

Net Income Net Cash Flow
Year 1 $49,000 $81,500
Year 2 24,500 57,000
Year 3 13,000 45,500
Year 4 7,000 39,500

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  1. Assuming that the desired rate of return is 15%, determine the net present value for the proposal. If required, round to the nearest dollar.

    Net present value $

  2. Would management be likely to look with favor on the proposal?

    Yes , the net present value indicates that the return on the proposal is greater than the minimum desired rate of return of 15%.

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