The Following Problem Requires Some of the Following Present Value

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Essay

The following problem requires some of the following present value information:
Bioco sold a patent on a new laser process to Agent Co.The sales agreement which was signed on January 1,2011 requires Agent Co.to pay Bioco $1 million immediately.In addition,Agent is required to pay $600,000 each December 31 for 20 years starting with December 31,2011.Agent and Bioco estimate that 10 percent is an appropriate interest rate for this arrangement.
Required:
a.Compute the present value of the receivable on Bioco's books on January 1,2011 immediately after receiving the $1 million down payment.
b.Compute the present value of the receivable on Biotech's books on December 31,2011.
c.Compute the present value of the receivable on Biotech's books on December 31,2012.

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