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Use compound interest factors and formulas to solve (NO EXCEL TABLES). Show work neatly.
Barron Chemical uses a thermoplastic polymer to enhance the appearance of certain RV panels. The initial cost of one process was $124,000 with annual costs of $47,000. Revenues are $77,000 in year 1, increasing by $1000 per year. A salvage value of $22,000 was realized when the process was discontinued after 8 years. What rate of return did the company make on the process?
The rate of return made by the company is _____ %.