Advanced Products is considering the purchase of a computer-aided manufacturing system that requires an initial investment of $1,750,000 and is expected to provide an increase in net income of $200,000 and average annual cash benefits and savings of $250,000 each year for the next 10 years.  Their current cost of capital is 10%.  Following are selected factors from tables for 10 years at 10%: FV of $1 FVOA PV of $1 PVOA 2.59374 15.93742 0.38554 6.14457   Required:  Compute the payback period of the investment       8 years     10 years     7 years     9 years

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A budget can be defined as a financial plan designed by an undertaking for a definite period in the future that can contribute towards enhancing the financial success of the business undertaking. It is used to estimate the revenue and expenses. The budget generally takes into account both current and future income and expenses.