Compute the PI Statistic for Project Z and Advise the Firm

question 58

Multiple Choice

Compute the PI statistic for Project Z and advise the firm whether to accept or reject the project with the cash flows shown as follows if the appropriate cost of capital is 10 percent. Project Z

• A) The project's PI is 8.48 percent and the project should be accepted.
• B) The project's PI is 8.48 percent and the project should be rejected.
• C) The project's PI is 16.48 percent and the project should be accepted.
• D) The project's PI is 21.48 percent and the project should be accepted.

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Definitions:

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