Bill Williams has the opportunity to invest in project A that costs $6,300 today and promises to pay $2200, $2400, $2400, $2000, and $1900 over the next 5 years. Or, Bill can invest in project B that promises to pay $1600, $1600, $1600, $3700 and $3900 over the next 5 years. (Hint: For mixed stream cash inflows, calculate cumulative cash inflows on a year-to-year basis until the initial investment is recovered.)

a. How long will it take for Bill to recoup his initial investment in project A?

b. How long will it take for Bill to recoup his initial investment in project B?

c.Using the payback period, which project should Bill choose?

d. Do you see any problems with his choice?

For Bill to recoup his initial investment in project A, it will take ____ years.