Contemporary Engineering Economics (6th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134105598
Author: Chan S. Park
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Chapter 15, Problem 2ST
a:
To determine
Total available alternatives.
b:
To determine
Feasible alternatives.
c:
To determine
Optimal capital bdget.
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