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PK0-005 Project Management Concepts Practice Question

A project manager is reviewing project selection methods. Which method calculates the present value of future cash flows minus the initial investment?

Answer choices

Why each option matters

Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.

Correct answer & explanation

Net Present Value (NPV)

Net Present Value (NPV) is the sum of present values of incoming and outgoing cash flows over a period of time.

Answer analysis

Option-by-option breakdown

For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.

  • Internal Rate of Return (IRR)

    Why it's wrong here

    IRR is the discount rate that makes NPV zero.

  • Payback period

    Why it's wrong here

    Payback period calculates the time to recover investment.

  • Return on Investment (ROI)

    Why it's wrong here

    ROI measures profitability relative to investment.

  • Net Present Value (NPV)

    Why this is correct

    NPV calculates the present value of cash flows minus investment.

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