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Calculate the profitability index (PI) for the following cash flows if the relevant discount rate is 10%
Year | Cash Flow |
0 | -15,300 |
1 | 9,400 |
2 | 7,600 |
3 | 4,300 |
Answer----------Profitability index (PI) = 1.18
Working
Year | Cash Inflows (outflows) | table factor | Present values of cash flows |
1 | $ 9,400 | 0.90909 | $ 8,545 |
2 | $ 7,600 | 0.82645 | $ 6,281 |
3 | $ 4,300 | 0.75131 | $ 3,231 |
Present value of cash flows (A) | $ 18,057 | ||
Less: Initial Investment (B) | $ 15,300.00 | ||
Profitability index (A/B) | 1.18 |