Clara operates a specialized financial services business in Toronto. She's currently considering purchasing an exclusive service agreement from a competitor for $110,000, but would like to ensure that the investment would meet her payback rule of five years. The service agreement would guarantee net returns of $32,000 per year, but would also require her to pay $14,000 for a regulatory audit every other year (starting from the first year).

a. What is the payback period on this investment?

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b. Does this investment satisfy Clara's payback rule?

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