Solve NPV for Costs | Mike's Question

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The discussion centers on solving the Net Present Value (NPV) equation specifically for the variable "Costs." Mike inquires whether it is feasible to isolate Costs given that all other terms, including NPV and Benefits, are known. The conversation highlights the importance of having specific numerical values for the known terms to facilitate the calculation. Participants emphasize that without these values, deriving Costs remains impractical.

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Hi,

Here's the classic NPV equation:

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For my purposes all terms are known, including the NPV and Benefits, except Costs. I would like to solve this equation for Costs.

Is this possible?

Thanks,

Mike
 

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myklfitz said:
Hi,

Here's the classic NPV equation:
For my purposes all terms are known, including the NPV and Benefits, except Costs. I would like to solve this equation for Costs.

Is this possible?

Thanks,

Mike

Hi myklfitz,

Could you please give us the values of the known terms?
 

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