The net present value of the proposed investment is closest to $5,146.
Net present value = Present value of cash-flows - Initial investment
Given Information
PV of cashflows at 18%
Cash flows               PV at 18%   P.V. of cash-flows
$12,000 (Cost saving) Â Â Â Â Â Â 3.127 Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â $37,524
$6,000 (Salvage) Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 0.437 Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â $2,622
Total                                  $40,146
Net present value = $40,146 - $35,000
Net present value = $5,146
Therefore, the net present value of the proposed investment is closest to $5,146.
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