1. A manager is considering the following investment:
Initial capital investment $180,000
Estimated useful life 3 years
Estimated disposal value in 3 years 0
Estimated annual savings in cash operating costs $80,000
Minimum desired rate of return 10%
The net present value of the investment is ________.
A) $(123,652)
B) $18,952
C) $60,000
D) $198,952