An electronics company is preparing a capital budget and considering four long-term investments. The payback period of each project is as follows: • Project A: 4 years • Project B: 5.2 years • Project C: 2.4 years • Project D: 3 years In theory, which two projects should the company pursue? Projects A and C Projects B and D Projects C and D Projects A and B
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