Velcro Saddles is contemplating the acquisition of Skiers$$ Airbags Incorporated The values of the two companies as separate entities are $$30$ million and $$15$ million, respectively. Velcro Saddles estimates that by combining the two companies, it will reduce marketing and administrative costs by $$550,000$ per year in perpetuity. Velcro Saddles considers offering Skiers$$ shareholders a $50\%$ holding in Velcro Saddles. The opportunity cost of capital is $10\%.$

a$)$ What is the value of the stock in the merged company held by the original Skiers$$ shareholders?

Note: Do not round intermediate calculations. Enter your answer in millions rounded to $2$ decimal places.

b$)$ What is the cost of the stock alternative?

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c$)$ What is the merger$$s NPV under the stock offer?

Note: A negative amount should be indicated by a minus sign. Do not round intermediate calculations. Enter your answer in millions rounded to $2$ decimal places.