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Chapter 11, Problem 2PB
1.(a)
To determine
Calculate the cash payback period for the equipment.
1. (b)
To determine
Calculate the net present value of the investment of SCP Incorporation.
2.
To determine
Prepare a brief report for advising management on the relative merits of each project.
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