When Evaluating a New Project, the Firm Should Consider All

question 21

Multiple Choice

When evaluating a new project, the firm should consider all of the following factors except:

• A) Changes in working capital attributable to the project.
• B) Previous expenditures associated with a market test to determine the feasibility of the project, if the expenditures have been expensed for tax purposes.
• C) The current market value of any equipment to be replaced.
• D) The resulting difference in depreciation expense if the project involves replacement.
• E) All of the statements above should be considered.

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