Projects a and B Are Mutually Exclusive

question 112

Multiple Choice

Projects A and B are mutually exclusive. Project A costs $10,000 and is expected to generate cash inflows of $4,000 for four years. Project B costs $10,000 and is expected to generate a single cash flow in year 4 of $20,000. The cost of capital is 12 percent. Which project would you accept and why?

• A) Project B because it has the higher NPV
• B) Project B because it has the higher IRR
• C) Project A because it has the higher NPV
• D) Project A because it has the higher IRR

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Definitions:

No Gain

Refers to a situation in financial or business transactions where there is no profit or increase in value.

Gain on Disposal

is the financial profit made from the sale of an asset, which exceeds its carrying amount.

Insurance Cheque

A payment issued by an insurance company to cover losses or claims.

Carrying Amount

Carrying amount, also known as book value, is the value recorded on the balance sheet for a particular asset, reflecting its original cost minus any depreciation, amortization, or impairment costs.