Fundamentals of Corporate Finance Standard Edition
Fundamentals of Corporate Finance Standard Edition
10th Edition
ISBN: 9780078034633
Author: Stephen Ross, Randolph Westerfield, Bradford D. Jordan
Publisher: MCGRAW-HILL HIGHER EDUCATION
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Chapter 9, Problem 9.1CTF
Summary Introduction

To determine: The rue of net present value.

Introduction:

Capital budgeting is the procedure of allocating money to projects that are worthy. The main aim is to increase the wealth of the shareholders.

Net Present Value:

Net present value: is the difference between the market value of investment and the cost of the investment.

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Answer to Problem 9.1CTF

As per the rule of NPV, a project can be accepted if its NPV is positive.

Explanation of Solution

The rule of net present value is as follows:

  • If the computed net present value is positive, then the investment must be accepted.
  • If the computed net present value is negative, then the investment must be rejected.

Hence, a project can be accepted if its NPV is positive.

Conclusion

The computation of net present value is used to assess the investment, which, in turn, is utilized to identify the profitability in a proposed investment.

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