For the cash flows below, find the value of x that makes the equivalent annual worth in years 1 through 7 equal to $300 per year. Use an interest rate of 10% per year. Show solutions ( a ) by hand and ( b ) using the Goal Seek tool.
Sample problems and notes are based on the following textbook: Engineering Economy 7th Edition
ISBN-13: 978-0073376301
ISBN-10: 0073376302
Edition: 7
Author: Leland Blank, Anthony Tarquin
Published Date: 2011
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