Two insulation thickness alternatives have been proposed for a process steam line subject to severe weather conditions. One alternative must be selected. Estimated savings in heat loss and installation costs are given below.

A B
Thickness 5 cm 2 cm
Installed Cost $40,000 $20,000
Annual Savings $7,500 $5,000
Life 6 years 4 years

Which thickness would you recommend for a MARR = 15% per year and negligible market (salvage) values? The study period is 12 years.

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True or false entrepreneurs try to meet the needs of the marketplace by supplying a service or product

Greenway industries is a major multinational conglomerate. its business units compete in a range of industries, including home appliances, pharmaceuticals, commercial real estate, and plastics manufacturing. although its largest business unit, which produces kitchen appliances, is among the most profitable in the industry, it generates only 35 percent of the company's revenues. which of the following is most likely true of greenway's stock price? a. it is valued at less than the sum of its individual business units. b. it is valued at greater than the sum of individual business units. c. it is valued at the exact sum of individual business units. d. it is consistently lower than the industry average. it is valued at greater than the sum of individual business units.