Need help with a and b as well as the last question on whether the internal rate of return is the same as discount rate ABC Ltd is listed on the ASX and has 15,000 shares outstanding that are currently trading at $35 each.It is an all equity firm. ABC has four independent business ventures under consideration, all with arisk level requiring a return of 12% pa.IRRNPVVenture W8.9%-$4,356Venture X15.3%$9,730Venture Y23.5%$2,560Venture Z13.3%$8,550(a) Which is the best business venture and why?(b) What is the effect on share price if all valuable ventures are accepted?"The internal rate of return is the same thing as the discount rate." Is this statement true or false?Explain.

Part 2: Explanation:Step 1: Assessing the Best Business VentureTo determine the best business…

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