Engineering Economy (17th Edition)
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Author: William G. Sullivan, Elin M. Wicks, C. Patrick Koelling
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Chapter 7, Problem 85FE
Two insulation thickness alternatives have been proposed for a process steam line subject to severe weather conditions. One alternative must be selected. The estimated installed cost and annual energy savings in heat loss are given below.
Which thickness would you recommend for an after-tax MARR of 10% per year and negligible salvage value? Straight-line
- a. Do nothing
- b. 2 cm
- c. 5 cm
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