A man invests in a project that requires a fixed capital of P 2.5 M with no salvage, and life of 12 years.  During its life an estimated maintenance cost of P 280, 000 will be spent each year.  Taxes and insurance will be 5 % of the first cost. The project will yield a uniform annual revenue of P 1M.  The company expects to earn 20% before income taxes.  Compute the rate of return. Select one: a. 8.38% b. 6.54% c. 5.65% d. 7.12%

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A man invests in a project that requires a fixed capital of P 2.5 M with no salvage, and life of 12 years.  During its life an estimated maintenance cost of P 280, 000 will be spent each year.  Taxes and insurance will be 5 % of the first cost. The project will yield a uniform annual revenue of P 1M.  The company expects to earn 20% before income taxes.  Compute the rate of return.

Select one:
a. 8.38%
b. 6.54%
c. 5.65%
d. 7.12%
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