A Project's Cash Flows Are Discounted at the Appropriate Cost

question 15

Multiple Choice

A project's cash flows are discounted at the appropriate cost of capital of 10%. The net present value of the project is determined to be zero. This means that

• A)the project offers a return of 10%.
• B)undertaking the project will result in a decrease in firm value.
• C)undertaking the project will result in an increase in firm value.
• D)the project offers a return of 0%.

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