Techno Solutions is considering investing in a fixed asset for $6,250,000. The asset will be depreciated using the straight-line method, has a useful life of 25 years, and no residual value. The company expects a total net income of $19,500,000 over the 25 years. Calculate the expected average rate of return (ARR) for this investment.

Techno Solutions is considering investing in a fixed asset for $6,250,000. The asset will be depreciated using the straight-line method, has a useful life of 25 years, and no residual value. The company expects a total net income of $19,500,000 over the 25 years. Calculate the expected average rate of return (ARR) for this investment.

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