Use Annual Worth method to calculate the benefit/cost ratio at i = 6% for a new library. The first cost is $500K, and O&M costs are $100K per year. There is no salvage value after 30 years. Community benefits are estimated to be $130K per year. Is the library economically justified? Write a brief interpretation of your answer

Use Annual Worth method to calculate the benefit/cost ratio at i = 6% for a new library. The first cost is $500K, and O&M costs are $100K per year. There is no salvage value after 30 years. Community benefits are estimated to be $130K per year. Is the library economically justified? Write a brief interpretation of your answer

Principles of Accounting Volume 2

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Chapter11: Capital Budgeting Decisions

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