A new project will cost $40,000 to fund today, and an additional $40,000 next year.  The device built will generate revenues of $17,000 starting in year 2 which increases by 4% each year until the device is sold at the end of year 12.  The device’s salvage value is $10,000.  $2,000 of maintenance is required every year.  What is the NPV of building this device, if the interest to borrow the funds is 15%?  (Round to nearest dollar)

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A new project will cost $40,000 to fund today, and an additional $40,000 next year.  The device built will generate revenues of $17,000 starting in year 2 which increases by 4% each year until the device is sold at the end of year 12.  The device’s salvage value is $10,000.  $2,000 of maintenance is required every year.  What is the NPV of building this device, if the interest to borrow the funds is 15%?  (Round to nearest dollar)

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