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Determine present value alternatives (LO C–2, C–3)
Star Studios is looking to purchase a new building for its upcoming film productions. The company finds a suitable location that has a list price of $1,600,000. The seller gives Star Studios the following purchase options:
1. Pay $1,600,000 immediately.
2. Pay $600,000 immediately and then pay $150,000 each year over the next 10 want, with the first payment due in one year.
3. Make 10 annual installments of $250,000, with the first payment due in one war.
4. Make a single payment of $2,300,000 at the end of five wars.
Required:
Determine the lowest-cost alternative for Star Studios, assuming that the company can borrow funds to finance the purchase at 8%.
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