You Are Given the Following Information on a Project $\bullet$ Initial Capital Cost = $500,000

question 28

Multiple Choice

You are given the following information on a project:
$\bullet$ initial capital cost = $500,000
$\bullet$ installation costs associated with the capital asset = $25,000
$\bullet$ R&D costs already incurred = $50,000
$\bullet$ estimated salvage on equipment to be replaced = $80,000
$\bullet$ increase in raw materials inventory = $10,000
What is the initial cash outlay of the project?

• A)$535,000
• B)$590,000
• C)$615,000
• D)$665,000

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