Answered

IDNLearn.com provides a user-friendly platform for finding and sharing accurate answers. Discover reliable and timely information on any topic from our network of knowledgeable professionals.

The management of Advanced Alternative Power Inc. is considering two capital investment projects. The estimated net cash flows from each project are as follows:
Year Wind Turbines Biofuel Equipment
1 $280,000 $300,000
2 280,000 300,000
3 280,000 300,000
4 280,000 300,000
The wind turbines require an investment of $887,600, while the biofuel equipment requires an investment of $911,100. No residual value is expected from either project.
Present Value of an Annuity of $1 at Compound Interest
Year 6% 10% 12% 15% 20%
1 0.943 0.909 0.893 0.870 0.833
2 1.833 1.736 1.690 1.626 1.528
3 2.673 2.487 2.402 2.283 2.106
4 3.465 3.170 3.037 2.855 2.589
5 4.212 3.791 3.605 3.353 2.991
6 4.917 4.355 4.111 3.785 3.326
7 5.582 4.868 4.564 4.160 3.605
8 6.210 5.335 4.968 4.487 3.837
9 6.802 5.759 5.328 4.772 4.031
10 7.360 6.145 5.650 5.019 4.192
1a. Compute the net present value for each project. Use a rate of 6% and the present value of an annuity of $1 in the table above.
1b. Compute a present value index for each project.
2. Determine the internal rate of return for each project by (a) computing a present value factor for an annuity of $1 and (b) using the present value of an annuity of $1 in the table above.

Sagot :

Answer:

Wind turbine

NPV = $82,629.57

IRR = 10%

PVI = 1.09

Biofuel

NPV = $128,431.68

IRR = 12%

PVI = 1.14

Explanation:

Net present value is the present value of after-tax cash flows from an investment less the amount invested.

Internal rate of return is the discount rate that equates the after-tax cash flows from an investment to the amount invested

NPV and IRR can be calculated using a financial calculator

Wind Turbine

Cash flow in year 0 = $-887,600,

Cash flow in year 1 - 4 = 280,000

I = 6%

NPV =   $82,629.57

IRR = 10%

Biofuel

Cash flow in year 0 =  $-911,100

Cash flow in year 1 - 4 = $300,000

I = 6%

NPV = $128,431.68

IRR = 12%

present value index = 1 + (NPV / initial cost of the the project)

Wind turbine

1 + ($82,629.57 /  $-887,600 =  1.09

Biofuel

1 + ( $128,431.68 / $911,100) = 1.14

To find the NPV using a financial calculator:

1. Input the cash flow values by pressing the CF button. After inputting the value, press enter and the arrow facing a downward direction.

2. after inputting all the cash flows, press the NPV button, input the value for I, press enter and the arrow facing a downward direction.  

3. Press compute  

To find the IRR using a financial calculator:

1. Input the cash flow values by pressing the CF button. After inputting the value, press enter and the arrow facing a downward direction.

2. After inputting all the cash flows, press the IRR button and then press the compute button.  

Thank you for participating in our discussion. We value every contribution. Keep sharing knowledge and helping others find the answers they need. Let's create a dynamic and informative learning environment together. Your search for answers ends at IDNLearn.com. Thanks for visiting, and we look forward to helping you again soon.