a) The NPV of the project is $__ (Round to the nearest cent.)

b) Should they accept or reject the machine?

NPV analysis of a project Dane Cosmetics is evaluating a new fragrance-mixing machine. The machine requires an initial investment of $26,000 and will generate after-tax cash inflows of$4,500 per year for 8 years. If the cost of capital is 11%, calculate the net present value (NPV) and indicate whether to accept or reject the machine