Contemporary Engineering Economics (6th Edition)
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Author: Chan S. Park
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Chapter 15, Problem 4ST
a:
To determine
Calculate the interest schedule with equal payment.
b:
To determine
Calculate the floating cost and number of stock.
c:
To determine
Calculate the new floating cost and number of stock.
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