Maxwell Company Is Deciding Whether to Automate One Phase of Its

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Essay

Maxwell Company is deciding whether to automate one phase of its production process.The equipment has a six year life and will cost $450,000.The interest rate is 12%.Net cash inflows per year:

Required:
1.What is the present value of the net inflow for year 1?
2.What is the present value of the net inflow for year 5?

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