Contemporary Engineering Economics (6th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134105598
Author: Chan S. Park
Publisher: PEARSON
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To determine
Assumption.
(b):
To determine
Selection of the project.
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Contemporary Engineering Economics (6th Edition)
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