a) K&M Co. is considering an investment. The project is expected to be financed by $2,000,000 of bank loans and $3,000,000 of common equity. It is known that the firms weighted average cost of capital (WACC) is 9.8% and the investment is expected to generate a net operating profit after tax (NOPAT) of $480,000. The companys tax rate is 30%.

(i) What is the projects Economic Value Added (EVA)?

(ii) Should the firm accept or reject the investment? Explain your reason(s).