Simplify the Expression $2 ^ { \frac { 4 } { 5 } } 2 ^ { \frac { 6 } { 5 } }$

question 33

Multiple Choice

Simplify the expression. $2 ^ { \frac { 4 } { 5 } } 2 ^ { \frac { 6 } { 5 } }$

• A)16
• B) \(2 ^ { \frac { 1 } { 5 } }\)
• C)2
• D)4
• E)81

Calculate the profitability index and interpret its meaning in investment decision-making.

Understand how the discount rate affects NPV and IRR calculations.

Identify the advantages and limitations of payback period in capital budgeting.

Explain why NPV is considered a superior method in project evaluation compared to other techniques.

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