Problem:
Acme, Inc. is considering a four-year project that has an initial outlay or cost of $100,000. The respective future cash inflows from its project for years 1, 2, 3 and 4 are: $50,000, $40,000, $30,000 and $20,000. Will it accept the project if it's payback period is 31 months?
Note: Please describe comprehensively and provide step by step solution.