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Waste Industries is evaluating a $57,100 project with the following cash flows.

Years Cash Flows
1 $ 9,210
2 21,400
3 18,500
4 25,600
5 24,300

The coefficient of variation for the project is 1.223.

Coefficient of Variation Discount Rate
0 0.25 5 %
0.26 0.50 10 %
0.51 0.75 12 %
0.76 1.00 19 %
1.01 1.25 20 %

Use Appendix B for an approximate answer but calculate your final answer using the formula and financial calculator methods. a. Select the appropriate discount rate.

multiple choice 1

  • 5%

  • 10%

  • 12%

  • 20%

  • 19%

b. Compute the net present value. (Negative amount should be indicated by a minus sign. Do not round intermediate calculations and round your answer to 2 decimal places.)

c. Based on the net present value should the project be undertaken?

multiple choice 2

  • Yes

  • No

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