The Utah Mining Corporation is set to open a gold mine
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Updated on: 06/12/2023 11:41 PM Due on: 06/13/2023
The Utah Mining Corporation is set to open a gold mine near Provo, Utah. According to the treasurer, Monty Goldstein, it is a “golden opportunity.” The mine will cost $3,400,000 to open and will have an economic life of 11 years. It will generate a cash inflow of $575,000 at the end of the first year, and the cash inflows are projected to grow at 8% per year for the next 10 years. After 11 years, the mine will be abandoned. Abandonment costs will be $450,000 at the end of Year 11.
- What is the IRR for the gold mine?
- The Utah Mining Corporation requires a return of 13% on such projects. Should the mine be opened?
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Solution: The Utah Mining Corporation is set to open a gold mine