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A company is considering investing $57,000 in a machine that will last for five years, after which time it will have no value. The machine will generate additional revenue of $190,000 each year. Annual running costs, including depreciation of $11,400 will amount to $168,400.

A company is considering investing $57,000 in a machine that will last for five years, after which time it will have no value. The machine will generate additional revenue of $190,000 each year. Annual running costs, including depreciation of $11,400 will amount to $168,400.

Assuming that all cash flows occur evenly, the payback period of the investment in the machine is closest to:
A . 2 years 8 months
B . 1 year 9 months
C . 1 year 7 months
D . 2 years 6 months

Answer: C

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