Exhibit 9-1 A Project Requires an Initial Investment in Equipment and Machinery

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Multiple Choice

Exhibit 9-1
A project requires an initial investment in equipment and machinery of $10 million. The equipment is expected to have a 5-year lifetime with no salvage value and will be depreciated on a straight-line basis. The project is expected to generate revenues of $5.1 million each year for the 5 years and have operating expenses (not including depreciation) amounting to 1/3 of revenues.
-Refer to Exhibit 9-1.The tax rate is 40%.What is the net cash flow in year 1?

• A) 2.84m
• B) 3.40m
• C) 0.84m
• D) 2.04m

Comprehend the impact of inventory levels, accounts receivable, and accounts payable on a company's cash flow and operating cycle.

Identify strategies to optimize the operating cycle and cash cycle.

Recognize various financing options available for managing short-term liquidity.

Identify the significance of the cash cycle and operating cycle in financial management.

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