Figure 14-6.Present Value of $1

question 17

Multiple Choice

Figure 14-6.Present value of $1
Present value of an Annuity of $1

-Refer to Figure 14-6. Roman Knoze is considering two investments. Each will cost $20,000 initially. Project 1 will return annual cash flows of $10,000 in each of three years. Project 2 will return $5,000 in year 1, $10,000 in year 2, and $15,000 in year 3. Roman requires a minimum rate of return of 10%. What is the net present value of Project 1? (Note: there may be a rounding error depending on the table you use to compute your answer. Choose the answer closest to the one you calculate.)

• A) $20,000
• B) $25,670
• C) $4,860
• D) $22,530
• E) $2,530

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