Determine the number of operating hours such that the present value of cash flows equals the amount to be invested. Round interim calculations and final answer to the nearest whole number. Currently I have, PV = 2.991 (20% Desired Rate of Return) (5 years) Amount to be invested = $449800 Total Cost for Customers (Bulldozer use) = $150/hour Bulldozer Operator (per hour) = $26/ hour Bulldozer fuel per hour = $34  Annual Maintenance Cost (per year) = $20,000 Question:  I was wondering how do you calculate this part?

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