Net present value method The following data are accumulated by Geddes Company in evaluating the purchase of $140,000 of equipment, having a four year useful life: Net Income Net Cash Flow Year 1 $42,500 $77,500 Year 2 22,000 57,000 Year 3 20,000 55,000 Year 4 3,500 38,500 This information has been collected in the Microsoft Excel Online file. Open the spreadsheet, perform the required analysis, and input your answers in the questions below. X Open spreadsheet a. Assuming that the desired rate of return is 10%, determine the net present value for the proposal. If required, round to the nearest dollar. Net present value 185,177 x b. Would management be likely to look with favor on the proposal? Yes, the net present value indicates that the return on the proposal is greater than the minimum desired rate of return of 10%