Ignoring any salvage value, to the nearest whole dollar how large would the additional cash flow per year from the intangible benefits have to be to make the investment in the automated equipment financially attractive?

A) $40,820
B) $22,229
C) $28,009
D) $155,606

Intangible Benefits

Non-monetary advantages that cannot be easily quantified or directly measured, such as brand recognition, customer loyalty, and employee satisfaction.

Automated Equipment

Machinery and tools that operate independently or with minimal human intervention, often used to improve efficiency in manufacturing processes.

Financially Attractive

Describes investments, projects, or opportunities that are expected to provide a high return relative to their cost.