What is the payback period of this project

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DYI construction co. is considering a new inventory system that will cost $750,000. the system is expected to generate a positive cash flows over the next four years in the amount of $350,000 in one year, $325,000 in year two, $150,000 in year three, and $180,000 in year four. DYI's required rate of return is 8%. What is the payback period of this project?

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