1. Explain briefly the concept of Equivalent Annual Costs (EAC) (5 Marks)
2. ABC Corporation is considering installing a new molding machine which is expected to produce operating cash flows of $73,000 a year for 7 years. At the beginning of the project, inventory will increase by $16,000, accounts receivables will increase by $21,000, and accounts payable will increase by $15,000. All net working capital will be recovered at the end of the project. The initial cost of the molding machine is $249,000. The equipment will be depreciated straight-line to a zero-book value over the life of the project. The equipment will be salvaged at the end of the project creating a $48,000 after-tax cash flow. At the end of the project, net working capital will return to its normal level. What is the net present value of this project given a required return of 14.5 percent?(10 Marks)
3. ABC Manufacturers uses high-tech equipment to produce specialized aluminum products for its customers. Each one of these machines costs $1,480,000 to purchase plus an additional $52,000 a year to operate. The machines have a 6-year life after which they are worthless. What is the equivalent annual cost of one these machines if the required return is 16 percent?(5 Marks)