A firm is considering an investment with an upfront cost of $100,000. The investment offers a cash inflow of $40,000 for a 4-year period. Given the firm's cost of capital is 8%, calculate the net present value of the investment. Should the company invest in this project? Explain your reason(s). Your firm is considering investing in an equipment. It is given that the investment requires an amount is $300,000 and the firm's weighted average cost of capital is 15%. The investment is expected to generate a net operating profit after tax of $40,000. With a tax rate of 20%, calculate the economic value added (EVA) of the investment. Should the firm accept or reject the project? Explain your reason(s)