Answer:
Option (c) is correct.
Explanation:
Given that,
Net operating income = $67,000
Depreciation = $40,000
Required investment = $343,000
Annual net cash flows:
= Net operating income + Depreciation
= $67,000 + $40,000
= $107,000
Payback period of the project:
= Required investment ÷ Annual net cash flows
= $343,000 ÷ $107,000
= 3.2 years
Therefore, the payback period of the project is closest to 3.2 years.