In conducting an incremental B/C analysis of this data:a. the DN alternative is not an optionb. the DN alternative is an optionc. there is not enough information given to know if DN is an option or notd. DN is an option only if the alternatives are mutually exclusive The Corps of Engineers compiled the followingdata to determine which one of two flood controldams should be constructed in a flood-prone resi-dential area.MountainValleyFlood damage, $/yearDisbenefits, S/year220,000140,00030,00010,000Costs, S/year300,000450,000

Benefit cost (B/C) analysis indicates the ratio of benefit to its cost. It shows if the value of the…

The Corps of Engineers compiled the following data to determine which one of two flood control dams should be constructed in a flood-prone resi- dential area. Mountain Valley Flood damage, $/year Disbenefits, S/year 220,000 140,000 30,000 10,000 Costs, S/year 300,000 450,000

The Corps of Engineers compiled the following data to determine which one of two flood control dams should be constructed in a flood-prone resi- dential area. Mountain Valley Flood damage, $/year Disbenefits, S/year 220,000 140,000 30,000 10,000 Costs, S/year 300,000 450,000

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