Essentials Of Investments
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A farmer in Vancouver faces a dilemma. The weather
- First, he could use mulch which helps keep soil temperatures low. This would cost $3,000, but he could still expect to incur damage of approximately $27,000 to $32,000.
- Second, he can use shade cloth which offers partial and temporary protection from the sun. This method is more expensive ($6,000), and also more effective. With the shade cloth, he could expect to incur as much as $16,000 to $22,000 of the loss.
- Compare the farmers expected values for the three alternatives he has, considering the various possible loss scenarios for the mulch and the shade cloth. Which alternative would you suggest the farmer take? Why? (Use sensitivity analysis)
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