2. Suppose there is a plot of land in Balik Pulau which the state government is consideringdeveloping. The first proposal is to use the land to create an open-space camping area andanother proposal is to develop into a cultural heritage area. The open space camping area isexpected to last 12 years while the cultural heritage area is expected to have a life span of 20years. The net present value of the open space camping area is RM4.5 million while the netpresent value of the cultural heritage area is RM3 million. Assume the discount rate is 5%.a) Using the roll-over method, which project will be chosen?b) Using the equivalent annual net benefit (EANB) method, which project will be chosen?

The roll-over method is a way of comparing projects with different lifespans. It involves extending…

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