Basics Of Engineering Economy
2nd Edition
ISBN: 9780073376356
Author: Leland Blank, Anthony Tarquin
Publisher: MCGRAW-HILL HIGHER EDUCATION
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Chapter 4, Problem 21P
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To determine
Calculate the present worth.
b:
To determine
Calculate the present worth through spreadsheet.
c:
To determine
Calculate the present worth through calculator.
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