Martinez Hammocks is considering the purchase of a new weaving machine to prepare fabric for its hammocks. The machine under consideration costs $98,329 and will save the company $14,000 in direct labor costs. It is expected to last 10 years.
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(a) Calculate the internal rate of return on the weaving machine.
(b) If Martinez uses a 9% hurdle rate, should the company invest in the machine?