Finance Assignment For Mrs Lynn Only

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Capital Budgeting Project 

W & T Racket Designs is the leading racquet company. They are known for their innovation of new technology for 

racquet sports. W & T is planning on implementing a new racquet into production to replace their old tour model 

racquet. The old model was very popular with most customers, but W & T wants to implement new technology to 

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improve this model.  The company tries to produce a new racquet every 3‐8 years to try and lead industry standards.  

When a new racquet design is introduced, the company must invest in a new mold which includes updating the existing 

machinery. 

The company has invested roughly $1 million into Research & Development of the new technology. The new technology 

implemented will be called Flex‐Braid. Flex‐Braid uses a combination of graphite, carbon, and other composites woven 

together to form the frame of the racquet. W & T expects Flex‐Braid to give the racquet more rigidity and also increases 

feel and control, which is what most of their clientele want.  

The mold for the old racquet was produced 3 years ago at a cost of $150,000.  Shipping on the old mold was $5,000. In 

addition, W & T incurred a set‐up fee of $20,000.  If the old racquet is not replaced, management estimates variable 

costs of $55 per racquet, fixed costs of $50,000 annually, and a production capacity of 12,000 racquets annually over the 

next 5 years.  It is estimated that the old racquet will continue to sell for $120 for at least the next 5 years.  In addition, 

W & T currently has an offer of $20,000 for the old mold.  If not replaced, it is estimated that the old mold will only sell 

for $12,000 5 years from today.  For this reason, the old mold is being depreciated on a straight‐line basis to a book 

value of $12,000 over 8 years.  The company’s marginal tax rate is 35%, and its cost of capital is 15%.  This project is 

equally as risky as a typical company project. Therefore, the required return on this project is equal to the company’s 

cost of capital. 

The question that has risen is what type of mold should be used to produce the new racquet? Due to the new racquet’s 

material, the old mold will not be sufficient.  Due to the differing qualities in the potential new molds, the revenues, 

expenses, initial investments, and future market values of the new molds can vary tremendously.  W & T has several 

options for the new mold.   

One option that W & T can use is Mold #173: 

The cost of this mold will be $494,208. Due to the distance from the factory, shipping on this mold will be $9,002, and 

installation will be $34,151. It is estimated that variable production costs on this new mold will be $45 per racquet, fixed 

costs of $67,041 annually, and a production capacity of 12,505 racquets annually over the next 5 years.  If this mold is 

selected, the racquet is expected to sell for $134.  Sales on W & T’s other existing racquets are expected to be $5,000 

lower each of the next 5 years with the introduction of this top notch racquet.  The accounting department has informed 

you that this mold will depreciate using a 5‐year MACRS depreciation schedule.  It is expected that this mold will be sold 

at the end of 5 years for $37,756.  In addition, if this mold is selected the level of inventory on hand is expected to rise 

by $1,513, the level of supplies on hand is expected to decrease by $1,476, and $400 of the inventory can be financed 

through the supplier with an increase in accounts payable. 

1. Calculate the estimated Net Initial Investment and estimated incremental cash flows for the next 5 years if the 

existing mold is replaced with this new mold. 

2. Calculate NPV, IRR, Profitability Index, Payback, and Discounted Payback for your project. 

3. At a minimum, compare your result to 3 other molds (be sure their answers are correct).  Which mold number 

would you choose?  Explain why. 

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Increase (Decrease) in Current Liabilities Payback Discounted Payback
Increase (Decrease) in

Revenue Payback & Discounted Payback should NOT be text, unless it does not payback in which case the text should read “NEVER”.
Increase (Decrease) in

Expenses
Marginal Tax Rate MACRS RATES
Required Return
Depreciation Previous Years Acc. Depr. Year

1 Year 2 Year

3 Year

4
Depreciation Old Equipment
Book Value Old
Depreciation New Equipment
Book Value New
Formula
EBIT
Taxes
Net Income
OCF
ATSV: Sale of Old Asset ATSV: Lost Sale of Old Asset
ATSV: Sale of New Asset
Increase in NWC NWC Reversal
Net Initial Investment CFFA
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Payback Discounted Payback

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Mold #
Original Cost of Old Asset Banner ID
Cost of New Asset
Market Value New Asset

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Current Age of Old Equipment Program each cell to show the correct sign based on the cash flow impact of the number. All subtotals MUST be a SUM.
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Increase (Decrease) in Current Assets Accept/Reject should be programmed to show exactly the word Accept or Reject reflecting your decision on this project.
Increase (Decrease) in Current Liabilities Payback Discounted Payback
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Revenue Payback & Discounted Payback should NOT be text, unless it does not payback in which case the text should read “NEVER”.
Increase (Decrease) in

Expenses
Marginal Tax Rate MACRS RATES
Required Return
Depreciation Previous Years Acc. Depr. Year

1 Year 2 Year

3 Year

4
Depreciation Old Equipment
Book Value Old
Depreciation New Equipment
Book Value New
Formula
EBIT
Taxes
Net Income
OCF
ATSV: Sale of Old Asset ATSV: Lost Sale of Old Asset
ATSV: Sale of New Asset
Increase in NWC NWC Reversal
Net Initial Investment CFFA
Accept/Reject? NPV IRR Profitability Index
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Capital Budgeting Project 

W & T Racket Designs is the leading racquet company. They are known for their innovation of new technology for 

racquet sports. W & T is planning on implementing a new racquet into production to replace their old tour model 

racquet. The old model was very popular with most customers, but W & T wants to implement new technology to 

improve this model.  The company tries to produce a new racquet every 3‐8 years to try and lead industry standards.  

When a new racquet design is introduced, the company must invest in a new mold which includes updating the existing 

machinery. 

The company has invested roughly $1 million into Research & Development of the new technology. The new technology 

implemented will be called Flex‐Braid. Flex‐Braid uses a combination of graphite, carbon, and other composites woven 

together to form the frame of the racquet. W & T expects Flex‐Braid to give the racquet more rigidity and also increases 

feel and control, which is what most of their clientele want.  

The mold for the old racquet was produced 3 years ago at a cost of $150,000.  Shipping on the old mold was $5,000. In 

addition, W & T incurred a set‐up fee of $20,000.  If the old racquet is not replaced, management estimates variable 

costs of $55 per racquet, fixed costs of $50,000 annually, and a production capacity of 12,000 racquets annually over the 

next 5 years.  It is estimated that the old racquet will continue to sell for $120 for at least the next 5 years.  In addition, 

W & T currently has an offer of $20,000 for the old mold.  If not replaced, it is estimated that the old mold will only sell 

for $12,000 5 years from today.  For this reason, the old mold is being depreciated on a straight‐line basis to a book 

value of $12,000 over 8 years.  The company’s marginal tax rate is 35%, and its cost of capital is 15%.  This project is 

equally as risky as a typical company project. Therefore, the required return on this project is equal to the company’s 

cost of capital. 

The question that has risen is what type of mold should be used to produce the new racquet? Due to the new racquet’s 

material, the old mold will not be sufficient.  Due to the differing qualities in the potential new molds, the revenues, 

expenses, initial investments, and future market values of the new molds can vary tremendously.  W & T has several 

options for the new mold.   

One option that W & T can use is Mold #173: 

The cost of this mold will be $494,208. Due to the distance from the factory, shipping on this mold will be $9,002, and 

installation will be $34,151. It is estimated that variable production costs on this new mold will be $45 per racquet, fixed 

costs of $67,041 annually, and a production capacity of 12,505 racquets annually over the next 5 years.  If this mold is 

selected, the racquet is expected to sell for $134.  Sales on W & T’s other existing racquets are expected to be $5,000 

lower each of the next 5 years with the introduction of this top notch racquet.  The accounting department has informed 

you that this mold will depreciate using a 5‐year MACRS depreciation schedule.  It is expected that this mold will be sold 

at the end of 5 years for $37,756.  In addition, if this mold is selected the level of inventory on hand is expected to rise 

by $1,513, the level of supplies on hand is expected to decrease by $1,476, and $400 of the inventory can be financed 

through the supplier with an increase in accounts payable. 

1. Calculate the estimated Net Initial Investment and estimated incremental cash flows for the next 5 years if the 

existing mold is replaced with this new mold. 

2. Calculate NPV, IRR, Profitability Index, Payback, and Discounted Payback for your project. 

3. At a minimum, compare your result to 3 other molds (be sure their answers are correct).  Which mold number 

would you choose?  Explain why. 

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formulas do not need to work for any project, just for your project and any other that would payback in that same year.

Year 5

Year 0 1 2 3 4 5

Revenue
Expenses
Depreciation

Depreciation

Cost of New Asset

Payback Discounted Payback

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Mold #
Original Cost of Old Asset Banner ID
Cost of New Asset
Market Value New Asset

Year 5 Do not insert, delete, move, merge or name any rows, columns, or range.
Market Value Old Asset Time

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cells
Market/Salvage Value Old Asset Year 5 Do no work outside of those ranges, except to enter input values in the yellow cells
Current Age of Old Equipment Program each cell to show the correct sign based on the cash flow impact of the number. All subtotals MUST be a SUM.
Depreciable Life of Old Equipment Write your formulas so that they will work for ANY numbers entered in the yellow cells.
Increase (Decrease) in Current Assets Accept/Reject should be programmed to show exactly the word Accept or Reject reflecting your decision on this project.
Increase (Decrease) in Current Liabilities Payback Discounted Payback
Increase (Decrease) in

Revenue Payback & Discounted Payback should NOT be text, unless it does not payback in which case the text should read “NEVER”.
Increase (Decrease) in

Expenses
Marginal Tax Rate MACRS RATES
Required Return
Depreciation Previous Years Acc. Depr. Year

1 Year 2 Year

3 Year

4
Depreciation Old Equipment
Book Value Old
Depreciation New Equipment
Book Value New
Formula
EBIT
Taxes
Net Income
OCF
ATSV: Sale of Old Asset ATSV: Lost Sale of Old Asset
ATSV: Sale of New Asset
Increase in NWC NWC Reversal
Net Initial Investment CFFA
Accept/Reject? NPV IRR Profitability Index
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Revenue
Expenses
Depreciation

Depreciation

Cost of New Asset

Payback Discounted Payback

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Mold #
Original Cost of Old Asset Banner ID
Cost of New Asset
Market Value New Asset

Year 5 Do not insert, delete, move, merge or name any rows, columns, or range.
Market Value Old Asset Time

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cells
Market/Salvage Value Old Asset Year 5 Do no work outside of those ranges, except to enter input values in the yellow cells
Current Age of Old Equipment Program each cell to show the correct sign based on the cash flow impact of the number. All subtotals MUST be a SUM.
Depreciable Life of Old Equipment Write your formulas so that they will work for ANY numbers entered in the yellow cells.
Increase (Decrease) in Current Assets Accept/Reject should be programmed to show exactly the word Accept or Reject reflecting your decision on this project.
Increase (Decrease) in Current Liabilities Payback Discounted Payback
Increase (Decrease) in

Revenue Payback & Discounted Payback should NOT be text, unless it does not payback in which case the text should read “NEVER”.
Increase (Decrease) in

Expenses
Marginal Tax Rate MACRS RATES
Required Return
Depreciation Previous Years Acc. Depr. Year

1 Year 2 Year

3 Year

4
Depreciation Old Equipment
Book Value Old
Depreciation New Equipment
Book Value New
Formula
EBIT
Taxes
Net Income
OCF
ATSV: Sale of Old Asset ATSV: Lost Sale of Old Asset
ATSV: Sale of New Asset
Increase in NWC NWC Reversal
Net Initial Investment CFFA
Accept/Reject? NPV IRR Profitability Index
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W & T Racket Designs is the leading racquet company. They are known for their innovation of new technology for 

racquet sports. W & T is planning on implementing a new racquet into production to replace their old tour model 

racquet. The old model was very popular with most customers, but W & T wants to implement new technology to 

improve this model.  The company tries to produce a new racquet every 3‐8 years to try and lead industry standards.  

When a new racquet design is introduced, the company must invest in a new mold which includes updating the existing 

machinery. 

The company has invested roughly $1 million into Research & Development of the new technology. The new technology 

implemented will be called Flex‐Braid. Flex‐Braid uses a combination of graphite, carbon, and other composites woven 

together to form the frame of the racquet. W & T expects Flex‐Braid to give the racquet more rigidity and also increases 

feel and control, which is what most of their clientele want.  

The mold for the old racquet was produced 3 years ago at a cost of $150,000.  Shipping on the old mold was $5,000. In 

addition, W & T incurred a set‐up fee of $20,000.  If the old racquet is not replaced, management estimates variable 

costs of $55 per racquet, fixed costs of $50,000 annually, and a production capacity of 12,000 racquets annually over the 

next 5 years.  It is estimated that the old racquet will continue to sell for $120 for at least the next 5 years.  In addition, 

W & T currently has an offer of $20,000 for the old mold.  If not replaced, it is estimated that the old mold will only sell 

for $12,000 5 years from today.  For this reason, the old mold is being depreciated on a straight‐line basis to a book 

value of $12,000 over 8 years.  The company’s marginal tax rate is 35%, and its cost of capital is 15%.  This project is 

equally as risky as a typical company project. Therefore, the required return on this project is equal to the company’s 

cost of capital. 

The question that has risen is what type of mold should be used to produce the new racquet? Due to the new racquet’s 

material, the old mold will not be sufficient.  Due to the differing qualities in the potential new molds, the revenues, 

expenses, initial investments, and future market values of the new molds can vary tremendously.  W & T has several 

options for the new mold.   

One option that W & T can use is Mold #173: 

The cost of this mold will be $494,208. Due to the distance from the factory, shipping on this mold will be $9,002, and 

installation will be $34,151. It is estimated that variable production costs on this new mold will be $45 per racquet, fixed 

costs of $67,041 annually, and a production capacity of 12,505 racquets annually over the next 5 years.  If this mold is 

selected, the racquet is expected to sell for $134.  Sales on W & T’s other existing racquets are expected to be $5,000 

lower each of the next 5 years with the introduction of this top notch racquet.  The accounting department has informed 

you that this mold will depreciate using a 5‐year MACRS depreciation schedule.  It is expected that this mold will be sold 

at the end of 5 years for $37,756.  In addition, if this mold is selected the level of inventory on hand is expected to rise 

by $1,513, the level of supplies on hand is expected to decrease by $1,476, and $400 of the inventory can be financed 

through the supplier with an increase in accounts payable. 

1. Calculate the estimated Net Initial Investment and estimated incremental cash flows for the next 5 years if the 

existing mold is replaced with this new mold. 

2. Calculate NPV, IRR, Profitability Index, Payback, and Discounted Payback for your project. 

3. At a minimum, compare your result to 3 other molds (be sure their answers are correct).  Which mold number 

would you choose?  Explain why. 

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Cost of New Asset
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Increase (Decrease) in

Expenses
Marginal Tax Rate MACRS RATES
Required Return
Depreciation Previous Years Acc. Depr. Year

1 Year 2 Year

3 Year

4
Depreciation Old Equipment
Book Value Old
Depreciation New Equipment
Book Value New
Formula
EBIT
Taxes
Net Income
OCF
ATSV: Sale of Old Asset ATSV: Lost Sale of Old Asset
ATSV: Sale of New Asset
Increase in NWC NWC Reversal
Net Initial Investment CFFA
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Depreciation

Cost of New Asset

Payback Discounted Payback

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Mold #
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Cost of New Asset
Market Value New Asset

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Increase (Decrease) in

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Marginal Tax Rate MACRS RATES
Required Return
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1 Year 2 Year

3 Year

4
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Book Value Old
Depreciation New Equipment
Book Value New
Formula
EBIT
Taxes
Net Income
OCF
ATSV: Sale of Old Asset ATSV: Lost Sale of Old Asset
ATSV: Sale of New Asset
Increase in NWC NWC Reversal
Net Initial Investment CFFA
Accept/Reject? NPV IRR Profitability Index
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Capital Budgeting Project 

W & T Racket Designs is the leading racquet company. They are known for their innovation of new technology for 

racquet sports. W & T is planning on implementing a new racquet into production to replace their old tour model 

racquet. The old model was very popular with most customers, but W & T wants to implement new technology to 

improve this model.  The company tries to produce a new racquet every 3‐8 years to try and lead industry standards.  

When a new racquet design is introduced, the company must invest in a new mold which includes updating the existing 

machinery. 

The company has invested roughly $1 million into Research & Development of the new technology. The new technology 

implemented will be called Flex‐Braid. Flex‐Braid uses a combination of graphite, carbon, and other composites woven 

together to form the frame of the racquet. W & T expects Flex‐Braid to give the racquet more rigidity and also increases 

feel and control, which is what most of their clientele want.  

The mold for the old racquet was produced 3 years ago at a cost of $150,000.  Shipping on the old mold was $5,000. In 

addition, W & T incurred a set‐up fee of $20,000.  If the old racquet is not replaced, management estimates variable 

costs of $55 per racquet, fixed costs of $50,000 annually, and a production capacity of 12,000 racquets annually over the 

next 5 years.  It is estimated that the old racquet will continue to sell for $120 for at least the next 5 years.  In addition, 

W & T currently has an offer of $20,000 for the old mold.  If not replaced, it is estimated that the old mold will only sell 

for $12,000 5 years from today.  For this reason, the old mold is being depreciated on a straight‐line basis to a book 

value of $12,000 over 8 years.  The company’s marginal tax rate is 35%, and its cost of capital is 15%.  This project is 

equally as risky as a typical company project. Therefore, the required return on this project is equal to the company’s 

cost of capital. 

The question that has risen is what type of mold should be used to produce the new racquet? Due to the new racquet’s 

material, the old mold will not be sufficient.  Due to the differing qualities in the potential new molds, the revenues, 

expenses, initial investments, and future market values of the new molds can vary tremendously.  W & T has several 

options for the new mold.   

One option that W & T can use is Mold #173: 

The cost of this mold will be $494,208. Due to the distance from the factory, shipping on this mold will be $9,002, and 

installation will be $34,151. It is estimated that variable production costs on this new mold will be $45 per racquet, fixed 

costs of $67,041 annually, and a production capacity of 12,505 racquets annually over the next 5 years.  If this mold is 

selected, the racquet is expected to sell for $134.  Sales on W & T’s other existing racquets are expected to be $5,000 

lower each of the next 5 years with the introduction of this top notch racquet.  The accounting department has informed 

you that this mold will depreciate using a 5‐year MACRS depreciation schedule.  It is expected that this mold will be sold 

at the end of 5 years for $37,756.  In addition, if this mold is selected the level of inventory on hand is expected to rise 

by $1,513, the level of supplies on hand is expected to decrease by $1,476, and $400 of the inventory can be financed 

through the supplier with an increase in accounts payable. 

1. Calculate the estimated Net Initial Investment and estimated incremental cash flows for the next 5 years if the 

existing mold is replaced with this new mold. 

2. Calculate NPV, IRR, Profitability Index, Payback, and Discounted Payback for your project. 

3. At a minimum, compare your result to 3 other molds (be sure their answers are correct).  Which mold number 

would you choose?  Explain why. 

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formulas do not need to work for any project, just for your project and any other that would payback in that same year.

Year 5

Year 0 1 2 3 4 5

Revenue
Expenses
Depreciation

Depreciation

Cost of New Asset

Payback Discounted Payback

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Mold #
Original Cost of Old Asset Banner ID
Cost of New Asset
Market Value New Asset

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Market Value Old Asset Time

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cells
Market/Salvage Value Old Asset Year 5 Do no work outside of those ranges, except to enter input values in the yellow cells
Current Age of Old Equipment Program each cell to show the correct sign based on the cash flow impact of the number. All subtotals MUST be a SUM.
Depreciable Life of Old Equipment Write your formulas so that they will work for ANY numbers entered in the yellow cells.
Increase (Decrease) in Current Assets Accept/Reject should be programmed to show exactly the word Accept or Reject reflecting your decision on this project.
Increase (Decrease) in Current Liabilities Payback Discounted Payback
Increase (Decrease) in

Revenue Payback & Discounted Payback should NOT be text, unless it does not payback in which case the text should read “NEVER”.
Increase (Decrease) in

Expenses
Marginal Tax Rate MACRS RATES
Required Return
Depreciation Previous Years Acc. Depr. Year

1 Year 2 Year

3 Year

4
Depreciation Old Equipment
Book Value Old
Depreciation New Equipment
Book Value New
Formula
EBIT
Taxes
Net Income
OCF
ATSV: Sale of Old Asset ATSV: Lost Sale of Old Asset
ATSV: Sale of New Asset
Increase in NWC NWC Reversal
Net Initial Investment CFFA
Accept/Reject? NPV IRR Profitability Index
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Revenue
Expenses
Depreciation

Depreciation

Cost of New Asset

Payback Discounted Payback

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Mold #
Original Cost of Old Asset Banner ID
Cost of New Asset
Market Value New Asset

Year 5 Do not insert, delete, move, merge or name any rows, columns, or range.
Market Value Old Asset Time

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cells
Market/Salvage Value Old Asset Year 5 Do no work outside of those ranges, except to enter input values in the yellow cells
Current Age of Old Equipment Program each cell to show the correct sign based on the cash flow impact of the number. All subtotals MUST be a SUM.
Depreciable Life of Old Equipment Write your formulas so that they will work for ANY numbers entered in the yellow cells.
Increase (Decrease) in Current Assets Accept/Reject should be programmed to show exactly the word Accept or Reject reflecting your decision on this project.
Increase (Decrease) in Current Liabilities Payback Discounted Payback
Increase (Decrease) in

Revenue Payback & Discounted Payback should NOT be text, unless it does not payback in which case the text should read “NEVER”.
Increase (Decrease) in

Expenses
Marginal Tax Rate MACRS RATES
Required Return
Depreciation Previous Years Acc. Depr. Year

1 Year 2 Year

3 Year

4
Depreciation Old Equipment
Book Value Old
Depreciation New Equipment
Book Value New
Formula
EBIT
Taxes
Net Income
OCF
ATSV: Sale of Old Asset ATSV: Lost Sale of Old Asset
ATSV: Sale of New Asset
Increase in NWC NWC Reversal
Net Initial Investment CFFA
Accept/Reject? NPV IRR Profitability Index
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W & T Racket Designs is the leading racquet company. They are known for their innovation of new technology for 

racquet sports. W & T is planning on implementing a new racquet into production to replace their old tour model 

racquet. The old model was very popular with most customers, but W & T wants to implement new technology to 

improve this model.  The company tries to produce a new racquet every 3‐8 years to try and lead industry standards.  

When a new racquet design is introduced, the company must invest in a new mold which includes updating the existing 

machinery. 

The company has invested roughly $1 million into Research & Development of the new technology. The new technology 

implemented will be called Flex‐Braid. Flex‐Braid uses a combination of graphite, carbon, and other composites woven 

together to form the frame of the racquet. W & T expects Flex‐Braid to give the racquet more rigidity and also increases 

feel and control, which is what most of their clientele want.  

The mold for the old racquet was produced 3 years ago at a cost of $150,000.  Shipping on the old mold was $5,000. In 

addition, W & T incurred a set‐up fee of $20,000.  If the old racquet is not replaced, management estimates variable 

costs of $55 per racquet, fixed costs of $50,000 annually, and a production capacity of 12,000 racquets annually over the 

next 5 years.  It is estimated that the old racquet will continue to sell for $120 for at least the next 5 years.  In addition, 

W & T currently has an offer of $20,000 for the old mold.  If not replaced, it is estimated that the old mold will only sell 

for $12,000 5 years from today.  For this reason, the old mold is being depreciated on a straight‐line basis to a book 

value of $12,000 over 8 years.  The company’s marginal tax rate is 35%, and its cost of capital is 15%.  This project is 

equally as risky as a typical company project. Therefore, the required return on this project is equal to the company’s 

cost of capital. 

The question that has risen is what type of mold should be used to produce the new racquet? Due to the new racquet’s 

material, the old mold will not be sufficient.  Due to the differing qualities in the potential new molds, the revenues, 

expenses, initial investments, and future market values of the new molds can vary tremendously.  W & T has several 

options for the new mold.   

One option that W & T can use is Mold #173: 

The cost of this mold will be $494,208. Due to the distance from the factory, shipping on this mold will be $9,002, and 

installation will be $34,151. It is estimated that variable production costs on this new mold will be $45 per racquet, fixed 

costs of $67,041 annually, and a production capacity of 12,505 racquets annually over the next 5 years.  If this mold is 

selected, the racquet is expected to sell for $134.  Sales on W & T’s other existing racquets are expected to be $5,000 

lower each of the next 5 years with the introduction of this top notch racquet.  The accounting department has informed 

you that this mold will depreciate using a 5‐year MACRS depreciation schedule.  It is expected that this mold will be sold 

at the end of 5 years for $37,756.  In addition, if this mold is selected the level of inventory on hand is expected to rise 

by $1,513, the level of supplies on hand is expected to decrease by $1,476, and $400 of the inventory can be financed 

through the supplier with an increase in accounts payable. 

1. Calculate the estimated Net Initial Investment and estimated incremental cash flows for the next 5 years if the 

existing mold is replaced with this new mold. 

2. Calculate NPV, IRR, Profitability Index, Payback, and Discounted Payback for your project. 

3. At a minimum, compare your result to 3 other molds (be sure their answers are correct).  Which mold number 

would you choose?  Explain why. 

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Cost of New Asset
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Expenses
Marginal Tax Rate MACRS RATES
Required Return
Depreciation Previous Years Acc. Depr. Year

1 Year 2 Year

3 Year

4
Depreciation Old Equipment
Book Value Old
Depreciation New Equipment
Book Value New
Formula
EBIT
Taxes
Net Income
OCF
ATSV: Sale of Old Asset ATSV: Lost Sale of Old Asset
ATSV: Sale of New Asset
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Net Initial Investment CFFA
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Revenue
Expenses
Depreciation

Depreciation

Cost of New Asset

Payback Discounted Payback

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Mold #
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Cost of New Asset
Market Value New Asset

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Increase (Decrease) in

Expenses
Marginal Tax Rate MACRS RATES
Required Return
Depreciation Previous Years Acc. Depr. Year

1 Year 2 Year

3 Year

4
Depreciation Old Equipment
Book Value Old
Depreciation New Equipment
Book Value New
Formula
EBIT
Taxes
Net Income
OCF
ATSV: Sale of Old Asset ATSV: Lost Sale of Old Asset
ATSV: Sale of New Asset
Increase in NWC NWC Reversal
Net Initial Investment CFFA
Accept/Reject? NPV IRR Profitability Index
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Capital Budgeting Project 

W & T Racket Designs is the leading racquet company. They are known for their innovation of new technology for 

racquet sports. W & T is planning on implementing a new racquet into production to replace their old tour model 

racquet. The old model was very popular with most customers, but W & T wants to implement new technology to 

improve this model.  The company tries to produce a new racquet every 3‐8 years to try and lead industry standards.  

When a new racquet design is introduced, the company must invest in a new mold which includes updating the existing 

machinery. 

The company has invested roughly $1 million into Research & Development of the new technology. The new technology 

implemented will be called Flex‐Braid. Flex‐Braid uses a combination of graphite, carbon, and other composites woven 

together to form the frame of the racquet. W & T expects Flex‐Braid to give the racquet more rigidity and also increases 

feel and control, which is what most of their clientele want.  

The mold for the old racquet was produced 3 years ago at a cost of $150,000.  Shipping on the old mold was $5,000. In 

addition, W & T incurred a set‐up fee of $20,000.  If the old racquet is not replaced, management estimates variable 

costs of $55 per racquet, fixed costs of $50,000 annually, and a production capacity of 12,000 racquets annually over the 

next 5 years.  It is estimated that the old racquet will continue to sell for $120 for at least the next 5 years.  In addition, 

W & T currently has an offer of $20,000 for the old mold.  If not replaced, it is estimated that the old mold will only sell 

for $12,000 5 years from today.  For this reason, the old mold is being depreciated on a straight‐line basis to a book 

value of $12,000 over 8 years.  The company’s marginal tax rate is 35%, and its cost of capital is 15%.  This project is 

equally as risky as a typical company project. Therefore, the required return on this project is equal to the company’s 

cost of capital. 

The question that has risen is what type of mold should be used to produce the new racquet? Due to the new racquet’s 

material, the old mold will not be sufficient.  Due to the differing qualities in the potential new molds, the revenues, 

expenses, initial investments, and future market values of the new molds can vary tremendously.  W & T has several 

options for the new mold.   

One option that W & T can use is Mold #173: 

The cost of this mold will be $494,208. Due to the distance from the factory, shipping on this mold will be $9,002, and 

installation will be $34,151. It is estimated that variable production costs on this new mold will be $45 per racquet, fixed 

costs of $67,041 annually, and a production capacity of 12,505 racquets annually over the next 5 years.  If this mold is 

selected, the racquet is expected to sell for $134.  Sales on W & T’s other existing racquets are expected to be $5,000 

lower each of the next 5 years with the introduction of this top notch racquet.  The accounting department has informed 

you that this mold will depreciate using a 5‐year MACRS depreciation schedule.  It is expected that this mold will be sold 

at the end of 5 years for $37,756.  In addition, if this mold is selected the level of inventory on hand is expected to rise 

by $1,513, the level of supplies on hand is expected to decrease by $1,476, and $400 of the inventory can be financed 

through the supplier with an increase in accounts payable. 

1. Calculate the estimated Net Initial Investment and estimated incremental cash flows for the next 5 years if the 

existing mold is replaced with this new mold. 

2. Calculate NPV, IRR, Profitability Index, Payback, and Discounted Payback for your project. 

3. At a minimum, compare your result to 3 other molds (be sure their answers are correct).  Which mold number 

would you choose?  Explain why. 

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Year 5

Year 0 1 2 3 4 5

Revenue
Expenses
Depreciation

Depreciation

Cost of New Asset

Payback Discounted Payback

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Mold #
Original Cost of Old Asset Banner ID
Cost of New Asset
Market Value New Asset

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Market Value Old Asset Time

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cells
Market/Salvage Value Old Asset Year 5 Do no work outside of those ranges, except to enter input values in the yellow cells
Current Age of Old Equipment Program each cell to show the correct sign based on the cash flow impact of the number. All subtotals MUST be a SUM.
Depreciable Life of Old Equipment Write your formulas so that they will work for ANY numbers entered in the yellow cells.
Increase (Decrease) in Current Assets Accept/Reject should be programmed to show exactly the word Accept or Reject reflecting your decision on this project.
Increase (Decrease) in Current Liabilities Payback Discounted Payback
Increase (Decrease) in

Revenue Payback & Discounted Payback should NOT be text, unless it does not payback in which case the text should read “NEVER”.
Increase (Decrease) in

Expenses
Marginal Tax Rate MACRS RATES
Required Return
Depreciation Previous Years Acc. Depr. Year

1 Year 2 Year

3 Year

4
Depreciation Old Equipment
Book Value Old
Depreciation New Equipment
Book Value New
Formula
EBIT
Taxes
Net Income
OCF
ATSV: Sale of Old Asset ATSV: Lost Sale of Old Asset
ATSV: Sale of New Asset
Increase in NWC NWC Reversal
Net Initial Investment CFFA
Accept/Reject? NPV IRR Profitability Index
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Revenue
Expenses
Depreciation

Depreciation

Cost of New Asset

Payback Discounted Payback

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Mold #
Original Cost of Old Asset Banner ID
Cost of New Asset
Market Value New Asset

Year 5 Do not insert, delete, move, merge or name any rows, columns, or range.
Market Value Old Asset Time

0 Do all of your work ONLY by using formulas in the beige

cells
Market/Salvage Value Old Asset Year 5 Do no work outside of those ranges, except to enter input values in the yellow cells
Current Age of Old Equipment Program each cell to show the correct sign based on the cash flow impact of the number. All subtotals MUST be a SUM.
Depreciable Life of Old Equipment Write your formulas so that they will work for ANY numbers entered in the yellow cells.
Increase (Decrease) in Current Assets Accept/Reject should be programmed to show exactly the word Accept or Reject reflecting your decision on this project.
Increase (Decrease) in Current Liabilities Payback Discounted Payback
Increase (Decrease) in

Revenue Payback & Discounted Payback should NOT be text, unless it does not payback in which case the text should read “NEVER”.
Increase (Decrease) in

Expenses
Marginal Tax Rate MACRS RATES
Required Return
Depreciation Previous Years Acc. Depr. Year

1 Year 2 Year

3 Year

4
Depreciation Old Equipment
Book Value Old
Depreciation New Equipment
Book Value New
Formula
EBIT
Taxes
Net Income
OCF
ATSV: Sale of Old Asset ATSV: Lost Sale of Old Asset
ATSV: Sale of New Asset
Increase in NWC NWC Reversal
Net Initial Investment CFFA
Accept/Reject? NPV IRR Profitability Index
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Capital Budgeting Project 

W & T Racket Designs is the leading racquet company. They are known for their innovation of new technology for 

racquet sports. W & T is planning on implementing a new racquet into production to replace their old tour model 

racquet. The old model was very popular with most customers, but W & T wants to implement new technology to 

improve this model.  The company tries to produce a new racquet every 3‐8 years to try and lead industry standards.  

When a new racquet design is introduced, the company must invest in a new mold which includes updating the existing 

machinery. 

The company has invested roughly $1 million into Research & Development of the new technology. The new technology 

implemented will be called Flex‐Braid. Flex‐Braid uses a combination of graphite, carbon, and other composites woven 

together to form the frame of the racquet. W & T expects Flex‐Braid to give the racquet more rigidity and also increases 

feel and control, which is what most of their clientele want.  

The mold for the old racquet was produced 3 years ago at a cost of $150,000.  Shipping on the old mold was $5,000. In 

addition, W & T incurred a set‐up fee of $20,000.  If the old racquet is not replaced, management estimates variable 

costs of $55 per racquet, fixed costs of $50,000 annually, and a production capacity of 12,000 racquets annually over the 

next 5 years.  It is estimated that the old racquet will continue to sell for $120 for at least the next 5 years.  In addition, 

W & T currently has an offer of $20,000 for the old mold.  If not replaced, it is estimated that the old mold will only sell 

for $12,000 5 years from today.  For this reason, the old mold is being depreciated on a straight‐line basis to a book 

value of $12,000 over 8 years.  The company’s marginal tax rate is 35%, and its cost of capital is 15%.  This project is 

equally as risky as a typical company project. Therefore, the required return on this project is equal to the company’s 

cost of capital. 

The question that has risen is what type of mold should be used to produce the new racquet? Due to the new racquet’s 

material, the old mold will not be sufficient.  Due to the differing qualities in the potential new molds, the revenues, 

expenses, initial investments, and future market values of the new molds can vary tremendously.  W & T has several 

options for the new mold.   

One option that W & T can use is Mold #173: 

The cost of this mold will be $494,208. Due to the distance from the factory, shipping on this mold will be $9,002, and 

installation will be $34,151. It is estimated that variable production costs on this new mold will be $45 per racquet, fixed 

costs of $67,041 annually, and a production capacity of 12,505 racquets annually over the next 5 years.  If this mold is 

selected, the racquet is expected to sell for $134.  Sales on W & T’s other existing racquets are expected to be $5,000 

lower each of the next 5 years with the introduction of this top notch racquet.  The accounting department has informed 

you that this mold will depreciate using a 5‐year MACRS depreciation schedule.  It is expected that this mold will be sold 

at the end of 5 years for $37,756.  In addition, if this mold is selected the level of inventory on hand is expected to rise 

by $1,513, the level of supplies on hand is expected to decrease by $1,476, and $400 of the inventory can be financed 

through the supplier with an increase in accounts payable. 

1. Calculate the estimated Net Initial Investment and estimated incremental cash flows for the next 5 years if the 

existing mold is replaced with this new mold. 

2. Calculate NPV, IRR, Profitability Index, Payback, and Discounted Payback for your project. 

3. At a minimum, compare your result to 3 other molds (be sure their answers are correct).  Which mold number 

would you choose?  Explain why. 

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3 Year

4
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Book Value Old
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Book Value New
Formula
EBIT
Taxes
Net Income
OCF
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Payback Discounted Payback

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Required Return
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4
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Book Value New
Formula
EBIT
Taxes
Net Income
OCF
ATSV: Sale of Old Asset ATSV: Lost Sale of Old Asset
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Net Initial Investment CFFA
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Capital Budgeting Project 

W & T Racket Designs is the leading racquet company. They are known for their innovation of new technology for 

racquet sports. W & T is planning on implementing a new racquet into production to replace their old tour model 

racquet. The old model was very popular with most customers, but W & T wants to implement new technology to 

improve this model.  The company tries to produce a new racquet every 3‐8 years to try and lead industry standards.  

When a new racquet design is introduced, the company must invest in a new mold which includes updating the existing 

machinery. 

The company has invested roughly $1 million into Research & Development of the new technology. The new technology 

implemented will be called Flex‐Braid. Flex‐Braid uses a combination of graphite, carbon, and other composites woven 

together to form the frame of the racquet. W & T expects Flex‐Braid to give the racquet more rigidity and also increases 

feel and control, which is what most of their clientele want.  

The mold for the old racquet was produced 3 years ago at a cost of $150,000.  Shipping on the old mold was $5,000. In 

addition, W & T incurred a set‐up fee of $20,000.  If the old racquet is not replaced, management estimates variable 

costs of $55 per racquet, fixed costs of $50,000 annually, and a production capacity of 12,000 racquets annually over the 

next 5 years.  It is estimated that the old racquet will continue to sell for $120 for at least the next 5 years.  In addition, 

W & T currently has an offer of $20,000 for the old mold.  If not replaced, it is estimated that the old mold will only sell 

for $12,000 5 years from today.  For this reason, the old mold is being depreciated on a straight‐line basis to a book 

value of $12,000 over 8 years.  The company’s marginal tax rate is 35%, and its cost of capital is 15%.  This project is 

equally as risky as a typical company project. Therefore, the required return on this project is equal to the company’s 

cost of capital. 

The question that has risen is what type of mold should be used to produce the new racquet? Due to the new racquet’s 

material, the old mold will not be sufficient.  Due to the differing qualities in the potential new molds, the revenues, 

expenses, initial investments, and future market values of the new molds can vary tremendously.  W & T has several 

options for the new mold.   

One option that W & T can use is Mold #173: 

The cost of this mold will be $494,208. Due to the distance from the factory, shipping on this mold will be $9,002, and 

installation will be $34,151. It is estimated that variable production costs on this new mold will be $45 per racquet, fixed 

costs of $67,041 annually, and a production capacity of 12,505 racquets annually over the next 5 years.  If this mold is 

selected, the racquet is expected to sell for $134.  Sales on W & T’s other existing racquets are expected to be $5,000 

lower each of the next 5 years with the introduction of this top notch racquet.  The accounting department has informed 

you that this mold will depreciate using a 5‐year MACRS depreciation schedule.  It is expected that this mold will be sold 

at the end of 5 years for $37,756.  In addition, if this mold is selected the level of inventory on hand is expected to rise 

by $1,513, the level of supplies on hand is expected to decrease by $1,476, and $400 of the inventory can be financed 

through the supplier with an increase in accounts payable. 

1. Calculate the estimated Net Initial Investment and estimated incremental cash flows for the next 5 years if the 

existing mold is replaced with this new mold. 

2. Calculate NPV, IRR, Profitability Index, Payback, and Discounted Payback for your project. 

3. At a minimum, compare your result to 3 other molds (be sure their answers are correct).  Which mold number 

would you choose?  Explain why. 

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Revenue
Expenses
Depreciation

Depreciation

Cost of New Asset

Payback Discounted Payback

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Mold #
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Cost of New Asset
Market Value New Asset

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Market/Salvage Value Old Asset Year 5 Do no work outside of those ranges, except to enter input values in the yellow cells
Current Age of Old Equipment Program each cell to show the correct sign based on the cash flow impact of the number. All subtotals MUST be a SUM.
Depreciable Life of Old Equipment Write your formulas so that they will work for ANY numbers entered in the yellow cells.
Increase (Decrease) in Current Assets Accept/Reject should be programmed to show exactly the word Accept or Reject reflecting your decision on this project.
Increase (Decrease) in Current Liabilities Payback Discounted Payback
Increase (Decrease) in

Revenue Payback & Discounted Payback should NOT be text, unless it does not payback in which case the text should read “NEVER”.
Increase (Decrease) in

Expenses
Marginal Tax Rate MACRS RATES
Required Return
Depreciation Previous Years Acc. Depr. Year

1 Year 2 Year

3 Year

4
Depreciation Old Equipment
Book Value Old
Depreciation New Equipment
Book Value New
Formula
EBIT
Taxes
Net Income
OCF
ATSV: Sale of Old Asset ATSV: Lost Sale of Old Asset
ATSV: Sale of New Asset
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Net Initial Investment CFFA
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Expenses
Depreciation

Depreciation

Cost of New Asset

Payback Discounted Payback

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Mold #
Original Cost of Old Asset Banner ID
Cost of New Asset
Market Value New Asset

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Market Value Old Asset Time

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cells
Market/Salvage Value Old Asset Year 5 Do no work outside of those ranges, except to enter input values in the yellow cells
Current Age of Old Equipment Program each cell to show the correct sign based on the cash flow impact of the number. All subtotals MUST be a SUM.
Depreciable Life of Old Equipment Write your formulas so that they will work for ANY numbers entered in the yellow cells.
Increase (Decrease) in Current Assets Accept/Reject should be programmed to show exactly the word Accept or Reject reflecting your decision on this project.
Increase (Decrease) in Current Liabilities Payback Discounted Payback
Increase (Decrease) in

Revenue Payback & Discounted Payback should NOT be text, unless it does not payback in which case the text should read “NEVER”.
Increase (Decrease) in

Expenses
Marginal Tax Rate MACRS RATES
Required Return
Depreciation Previous Years Acc. Depr. Year

1 Year 2 Year

3 Year

4
Depreciation Old Equipment
Book Value Old
Depreciation New Equipment
Book Value New
Formula
EBIT
Taxes
Net Income
OCF
ATSV: Sale of Old Asset ATSV: Lost Sale of Old Asset
ATSV: Sale of New Asset
Increase in NWC NWC Reversal
Net Initial Investment CFFA
Accept/Reject? NPV IRR Profitability Index
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