Following is information on two alternative investment projects being considered by Tiger Company. The company requires a 7% return from its investments. (PV of $1, FV of $1, PVA of $1, and FVA of $1) (Use appropriate factor(s) from the tables provided.) Project X1 Project X2 Initial investment $ (126,000) $ (212,000) Net cash flows in: Year 1 48,000 94,500 Year 2 58,500 84,500 Year 3 83,500 74,500

a. Compute each projects net present value.

b. Compute each projects profitability index.

c. If the company can choose only one project, which should it choose on the basis of profitability index?