Answer:
Project A
NPV = $91,771.53
PI = 1.53
Project B
NPV = $79,390.69
PI = 1.52
Project A should be chosen because it has the higher NPV
Explanation:
Net present value is the present value of after-tax cash flows from an investment less the amount invested. Â
NPV can be calculated using a financial calculator Â
Only projects with a positive NPV should be accepted. A project with a negative NPV should not be chosen because it isn't profitable. Â
When choosing between positive NPV projects, choose the project with the highest NPV first because it is the most profitable.
Project A
Cash flow in year 0 = $ (174,325) Â
Cash flow in year 1 = 41,000
Cash flow in year 2 = Â 60,000
Cash flow in year 3 = 72,295
Cash flow in year 4 = 87,400
Cash flow in year 5 = 59,000
I = Â 6%
NPV = $91,771.53
Project B
Cash flow in year 0 = (152,960 )
Cash flow in year 1 = 44,000
Cash flow in year 2 = Â 53,000
Cash flow in year 3 = 68,000
Cash flow in year 4 = 81,000
Cash flow in year 5 = 30,000
I = Â 6%
NPV = $ $79,390.69
profitability index = 1 + (NPV / Initial investment)
Project A = 1 +( $91,771.53 Â /$174,325) = 1.53
Project B = 1 + ( $79,390.69 / 152,960 = 1.52
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. Â
3. Press compute Â