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Straightforward net present value calculations Contempo Inc. is considering the acquisition of some new labor-saving equipment.

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Straightforward net present value calculations

Contempo Inc. is considering the acquisition of some new labor-saving equipment. Management estimates that the equipment will cost $42,000 and will produce the following savings in cash operating costs during the next 5 years: Year 1, $18,000; Year 2, $13,000; Year 3, $10,000; Year 4, $10,00

0; and Year 5, $6,000. The company uses the net present value method to analyze investments and desires a minimum rate of return of 12%.

   a    Compute the net present value of the proposed investment. Ignore income taxes and round to the nearest dollar.

   b    Considering the time value of money , should Contempo acquire the new equipment? Why?

 
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