Analysis Case $5-2($Static$)$ Bonus alternatives; present value analysis $[$LO$5-3,5-8]$

A manager has performed well as the chief financial officer of the Maxtech Computer Company and has earned a bonus. The manager has a choice among the following three bonus plans:

Note: Use tables, Excel, or a financial calculator. $($FV of $$1,$ PV of $$1,$ FVA of $$1,$ PVA of $$1,$ FVAD of $$1$ and PVAD of $$1)$

A $$50,000$ cash bonus paid now.

A $$10,000$ annual cash bonus to be paid each year over the next six years, with the first $$10,000$ paid now.

A three$-$year $$22,000$ annual cash bonus with the first payment due three years from now.

Required:

Evaluate the three alternative bonus plans. The manager can earn a $6\%$ annual return on investments.

Note: Round your answers to nearest whole dollar amount.

What is the present value of the first alternative?

What is the present value of the second alternative?

What is the present value of the third alternative?