Which of the following would decrease the NPV of a project? Group of answer choices
A decrease in net working capital requirements.
An increase in the required return on the project.
A shift from straight depreciation to accelerated depreciation.
None of the above.
NPV = Present Value of Cash Inflow - Initial Outlay
Now, Present Value is calculated by dividing the Future Cash Flow by Required Rate of Return. When the required rate of return increase, the NPV decreases and vice-versa.
Therefore, Option 2 is correct. An increase in the required return on the project.
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