One of two alternatives will be selected to reduce flood damage in a rural community in central Arizona. The estimates associated with

each alternative are available. Use B$/$C analysis at a discount rate of $8\mathrm{.}00\%$ per year over a $20-$year study period to determine which

alternative should be selected. For analysis purposes only, assume that the benefits of reduced flood damage are available in years

$7\mathrm{.}00,13\mathrm{.}00,$ and $18$ of the study period.

$($Round the final answer to four decimal places.$)$

The $\frac{B}{C}$ ratio is

The alternative that should be selected is the $($Click to select$)v.$