The Steel Factory Is Considering a Project That Will Produce

question 58

Multiple Choice

The Steel Factory is considering a project that will produce annual cash flows of $36,800,$45,500,$56,200,and $21,800 over the next four years,respectively.What is the internal rate of return if the initial cost of the project is $135,000?

• A)7.56 percent
• B)9.19 percent
• C)11.28 percent
• D)12.24 percent
• E)12.83 percent

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Definitions:

ABC System

A system of controlling inventory that recognizes the differing cost and importance of various items. A parts are expensive and/or important and are controlled carefully. C parts are cheap and plentiful, so little effort is expended to monitor them. B parts are between As and Cs.

Inventory Management

The oversight of non-capitalized assets (inventory) and stock items, involving the control of ordering, storing, and using a company's inventory.

Accessible

Refers to something that can be easily approached, entered, or used; in financial terms, it may refer to assets or funds that can be readily tapped or utilized.

Commercial Paper

Corporations issue this unsecured, short-term financial instrument to cover expenses related to payroll, accounts payable, and inventories.