Question

Beene Distributing is considering a project that will return $150,000 annually at the end of each year for the next six years. If Beene demands an annual return of 7% and pays for the project immediately, how much is it willing to pay for the project?

Answer 1

Answer:

$714,980.95

Explanation:

The most it would be willing to pay is the present value of the cash flows

present value is the sum of discounted cash flows from a project

present value can be determined with a financial calculator

Cash flow each year from year 1 to 6 = $150,000

I = 7%

Present value = $714,980.95

To find the PV 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