Lester Manufacturing Is Conducting Preliminary Research into Installing a Geothermal

question 113

Multiple Choice

Lester Manufacturing is conducting preliminary research into installing a geothermal heat pump to heat and cool its factories and offices. The initial cost of installing the new system is $265,000; however, Lester will save $65,000 annually on its heating and cooling costs. The system has an expected life of 35 years. What is the payback period, in years, for the geothermal heat pump?

• A)4)08 years
• B)30.92 years
• C)35.00 years
• D)39.08 years

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