STL Co is evaluating a new potential project. From the beginning the project will need $325,000 for new fixed assets, $160,000 for additional inventory and $35,000 for additional accounts receivable. Accounts payable is expected to increase by $100,000 and long-term debt is expected to increase by $300,000. The project has a 5-year life. The fixed assets will be depreciated straight-line to a zero book value over the life of the project. At the end of the project, the fixed assets can be sold for 25% of their original cost. The net working capital returns to its original level at the end of the project. The project is expected to generate annual sales of $554,000 and costs of $430,000. The tax rate is 35% and the required rate of return is 15%. EBIT What is the amount of the earnings before interest and taxes for the first year of this project? $59.000 O $159.000 O $76.500 $38.500