Porter Co. is analyzing two potential investments. Project XProject YCost of machine$68,000 $60,000 Net cash flow:      Year 1 24,000  4,000 Year 2 24,000  26,000 Year 3 24,000  26,000 Year 4 0  20,000  The payback period in years for Project X is:

A. 2.83.
B. 3.50.
C. 3.83.
D. 2.00.
E. 4.00.


Answer: A

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