Math Problem Statement
Paragas, Incorporated, is considering the purchase of a machine that would cost $370,000 and would last for 8 years. At the end of 8 years, the machine would have a salvage value of $52,000. The machine would reduce labor and other costs by $96,000 per year. Additional working capital of $4,000 would be needed immediately. All of this working capital would be recovered at the end of the life of the machine. The company requires a minimum pretax return of 19% on all investment projects. (Ignore income taxes.)Click here to view Exhibit 14B-1 and Exhibit 14B-2, to determine the appropriate discount factor(s) using the tables provided.The combined present value of the working capital needed at the beginning of the project and the working capital released at the end of the project is closest to:
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Finance
Time Value of Money
Discounting Cash Flows
Formulas
Present Value formula PV = FV / (1 + r)^n
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Professional
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