Please assist with the given problems.
Q1. If you solve for an Internal Rate of Return (IRR) using a present worth equation, what value do you set the present worth to in order to solve the equation?
Q2. Jack Black, engineer extraordinaire, had just returned from taking a 30-page exam in his engineering management graduate program. His boss, Lucy (who certainly had a thing for diamonds and atmospheric sciences) asked Joe to evaluate a new project. Because Jack was quite discombobulated from his testing extravaganza he had a tough time. He persevered and brought Lucy two answers. A future worth that was > 0 and a present worth that was < 0. What should Lucy say to Jack?