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Cost-Benefit Analysis Calculator

Evaluate whether a project is financially worthwhile by computing its Net Present Value (NPV) and benefit-cost ratio. Ideal for public policy, capital investment, and infrastructure project decisions.

Initial Costs ($)

Annual Benefits ($)

Annual Operating Costs ($)

Project Life (years)

Discount Rate (%)

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Economics

Cost-Benefit Ratio Calculator

Determine whether a project or investment is financially worthwhile by comparing total benefits to total costs. Use it during project appraisal, capital budgeting, or policy evaluation.

Total Benefits ($)

Total Costs ($)

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	Cost-Benefit Analysis Calculator	Cost-Benefit Ratio Calculator
Category	Economics	Economics
Inputs required	5	2
Result	Net Present Value ($)	Cost-Benefit Ratio
What it does	Evaluate whether a project is financially worthwhile by computing its Net Present Value (NPV) and benefit-cost ratio. Ideal for public policy, capital investment, and infrastructure project decisions.	Determine whether a project or investment is financially worthwhile by comparing total benefits to total costs. Use it during project appraisal, capital budgeting, or policy evaluation.