Project a Has a Required Return on 9

question 18

Multiple Choice

Project A has a required return on 9.2 percent and cash flows of −$87,000, $32,600, $35,900, and $43,400 for Years 0 to 3, respectively. Project B has a required return of 12.7 percent and cash flows of −$85,000, $14,700, $21,200, and $89,800 for Years 0 to 3, respectively. Which project(s) should you accept based on net present value if the projects are mutually exclusive?

• A) Accept Project A and reject Project B
• B) Reject Project A and accept Project B
• C) Accept both projects
• D) Reject both projects
• E) Accept either one, but not both

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