Determine the net present value of the investment in the


Adrian Sonnetson, the owner of Adrian Motors, is considering addition of a paint and body shop to his automobile dealership.

Construction of a building and the purchase of necessary equipment are estimated to cost $800,000. Both the building and equipment will be depreciated over 10 years using the straight-line method. The building and equipment have zero estimated residual value at the end of 10 years. Sonnetson's required rate of return for this project is 12 percent.

Net income related to each year of the investment is as follows:

Revenue $500,000

Less: Material cost $70,000

Labor $150,000

Depreciation $80,000

Other $10,000

Income before taxes $190,000

Taxes at 40% $76,000

Net income $114,000

Based on this information, perform the following tasks:

Determine the net present value of the investment in the paint and body shop. Should Sonnetson invest in the paint and body shop?

Calculate the internal rate of return of the investment (approximate value).

Calculate the payback period of the investment.

Calculate the accounting rate of return. Submission Requirements:

Answer each problem in detail with conclusions and results.

Submit your answer in a Microsoft Excel file, showing step-by-step calculations.

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