Network Service Center Is Considering Purchasing a New Computer Network

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Essay

Network Service Center is considering purchasing a new computer network for $82,000. It will require additional working capital of $13,000. Its anticipated eight-year life will generate additional client revenue of $33,000 annually with operating costs, excluding depreciation, of $15,000. At the end of eight years, it will have a salvage value of $9,500 and return $5,000 in working capital. Taxes are not considered.
Required:
a.If the company has a required rate of return of 14%, what is the net present value of the proposed investment?
b.What is the internal rate of return?

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Definitions:

Task Culture

A workplace environment that is focused on teamwork to accomplish specific goals, often in a flexible and adaptive manner.

Power Culture

A corporate culture model that is characterized by centralization of power in a single person or a small group, which dictates all major decisions.

Team Lunch

A group meal involving members of a team, often used as an opportunity for informal communication, bonding, and planning.

Socialization

The process by which individuals learn and adopt the norms, values, behaviors, and social skills necessary to interact effectively within society or specific organizations.