LaPango Inc

question 93

Multiple Choice

LaPango Inc.estimates that its average-risk projects have a WACC of 10%,its below-average risk projects have a WACC of 8%,and its above-average risk projects have a WACC of 12%.Which of the following projects (A,B,and C) should the company accept?

• A) Project B,which is of below-average risk and has a return of 8.5%.
• B) Project C,which is of above-average risk and has a return of 11%.
• C) Project A,which is of average risk and has a return of 9%.
• D) None of the projects should be accepted.
• E) All of the projects should be accepted.

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Definitions:

Double-Declining-Balance

A method of accelerated depreciation which doubles the normal depreciation rate, reducing the value of an asset more quickly in its early years.

Accelerated Depreciation

A depreciation method that allows faster write-off of assets in the initial years of asset life.

Accumulated Depreciation

The total depreciation for a fixed asset that has been charged to expense since the asset was acquired and put into use.

Fixed Asset

Long-term tangible assets used in the operations of a business that are not expected to be converted to cash in the short term.