Two processes can be used for producing a polymer that reduces friction loss in engines. Which process should be sélected on the basis of a present worth analysis using the LCM, at an interest rate of 10% per year? Answer the below questions to select the best Option. Process A Process B First cost, $ 1,397,151 534,579 Annual operating cost, $ per year 90,383 32,000 Salvage value, $ 80,000 130,000 Update cost at year 2, $ 15,000 Life, years 8. EGN 3212 - Ec PW for Process A-

Two processes can be used for producing a polymer that reduces friction loss in engines. Which process should be sélected on the basis of a present worth analysis using the LCM, at an interest rate of 10% per year? Answer the below questions to select the best Option. Process A Process B First cost, $ 1,397,151 534,579 Annual operating cost, $ per year 90,383 32,000 Salvage value, $ 80,000 130,000 Update cost at year 2, $ 15,000 Life, years 8. EGN 3212 - Ec PW for Process A-

ENGR.ECONOMIC ANALYSIS

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Chapter1: Making Economics Decisions

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