2.Jasper Metals is considering installing a new molding machine which is expected to produce operating cash flows
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2.Jasper Metals is considering installing a new molding machine which is expected to produce operating cash flows of $71,500 per year for 9 years. At the beginning of the project, inventory will decrease by $31,200, accounts receivables will increase by $28,600, and accounts payable will increase by $20,700. At the end of the project, net working capital will return to thelevel it was prior to undertaking the new project. The initial cost of the molding machine is $306,000. The equipment will be depreciated straight-line to a zero book value over the life of the project. The equipment will be salvaged at the end of the project creating an after tax cash flow of $86,000. What is the net present value of this project given a required return of 11.9 percent?