$1-$ Determine the slack or float time for non$-$critical activities. How would you manage resources across activities with slack to optimize the project schedule?

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Project Budgeting, Cost Estimation, and Cost Management

Using the following information, calculate the Net Present Value $($NPV$)$ and Internal Rate of Return $($IRR$)$ for the smart city project:

$-$ Initial Investment: $$150$ million

$-$ Annual Benefits: $$30$ million over $7$ years

$-$ Discount Rate: $6\%$