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Chapter 10, Problem 10.4P
Long-term investment decision, payback method Bill Williams has the opportunity to invest in project A, which costs $9,000 today and promises to pay $2,200, $2,500, $2,500, $2,000, and $1,800 over the next 5 years. Or Bill can invest $9,000 in project B. which promises to pay $1,500, $1,500, $1,500, $3,500, and $4,000 over the next 5 years.
- a. How long will it take for Bill to recoup his initial investment in project A?
- b. How long will it take for Bill to recoup his initial investment in project B?
- c. Using the payback period, which project should Bill choose?
- d. Do you see any problems with his choice?
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