How do we use the computed figure when evaluating an investment alternative?

Principles of Accounting Volume 2
19th Edition
ISBN:9781947172609
Author:OpenStax
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Chapter11: Capital Budgeting Decisions
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Problem 24Q: How does the size of the initial investment affect the internal rate of return on the net present...
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How do we use the computed figure when evaluating an investment alternative?

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There are various computations available for evaluation of investment alternatives. 

The rate of return on investment is an important criteria to evaluate the investment alternatives. The computations include the following measures:

  • Net Present value
  • Internal Rate of Return
  • Profitability index 
  • Payback Period
  • Discounted Payback period
  • Accounting rte of return 
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