A company is evaluating an investment in new equipment that costs $10,000 and is expected to generate the following cash inflows over five years:

• Year 1: $2,500
• Year 2: $3,000
• Year 3: $3,500
• Year 4: $4,000
• Year 5: $4,500

Requirements:

1. Calculate the NPV at a discount rate of 10%.
2. Determine the Payback Period.
3. Calculate the Profitability Index (PI).
4. Assess if the project is financially viable based on the NPV and PI.