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CHAPTER 10 Capital Budgeting Techniques 469 P10-6 NPV for va rying costs of capi

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Question

CHAPTER 10 Capital Budgeting Techniques 469 P10-6 NPV for va rying costs of capital Empire Hotel is considering acquiring new flat-panel displays to replace the antiquated computer terminals at the registrati computer displays require an initial investment of $235,000 and will generate after-tax cash inflows of $65,000 per year for 5 years. For each of the costs of capital listed, (1) calculate the net present value (NPV), (2) indicate whether to accept or reject the machine, and (3) explain your decision. a. The cost of capital is 8%. b. The cost of capital is 10%. c. The cost of capital is 15%.

Explanation / Answer

Year Cash Flow 0 $ -2,35,000.00 1 $       65,000.00 2 $       65,000.00 3 $       65,000.00 4 $       65,000.00 5 $       65,000.00 At 8% $       22,709.40 Accept At 10% $       10,364.67 Accept At 15% $     -14,878.19 Reject