To calculate the net present value, convert all future and repeated cash flows into present value. Given the following cash flows and an interest rate of 2%, calculate the net present value of the alternative. Round your answer to the nearest dollar.
To calculate the net present value, convert all future and repeated cash flows into present value. Given the following cash flows and an interest rate of 2%, calculate the net present value of the alternative. Round your answer to the nearest dollar.
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Transcribed Image Text:To calculate the net present value, convert all future and repeated cash
flows into present value. Given the following cash flows and an interest
rate of 2%, calculate the net present value of the alternative. Round
your answer to the nearest dollar.
Initial Cost: $627
Annual Benefit: $78 for 12 years
Salvage Value: $202 at end of year 12
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In economics, present value refers to the current value of a future stream of cash flows. The net present value is the difference between the present value of cash inflows and the present value of cash outflows.
The net present value analysis is used to check the profitability of investments. The investments that result in a positive net present value are considered profitable.
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