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Solved: Consider the three hypothetical projects shown in Table 24.1. This time
Chapter 0, Problem 1(choose chapter or problem)
Consider the three hypothetical projects shown in Table 24.1. This time, however, suppose that the interest rate is only 2%.
a. Calculate the net present values of the three projects. Which one is now preferred?
b. Explain why the preferred choice is different with a 2% interest rate than with a 10% interest rate.
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QUESTION:
Consider the three hypothetical projects shown in Table 24.1. This time, however, suppose that the interest rate is only 2%.
a. Calculate the net present values of the three projects. Which one is now preferred?
b. Explain why the preferred choice is different with a 2% interest rate than with a 10% interest rate.
ANSWER:Step 1 of 3
The net present value of an investment project helps in determining the current worth of an investment. It uses a rate of interest to transform the future value of investment into present value. This is used while comparing different projects.