For a typical capital investment project, the bulk of the investment-related cash outflow occurs:
A) During the initiation stage of the project (i.e., at time period 0).
B) During the operation stage of the project (i.e., after time period 0).
C) Either during the initiation stage or the operation stage.
D) During neither the initiation stage nor the operation stage.
E) Evenly during all three stages: initiation, operation, and final disposal.

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The majority of investment-related cash outflows for a typical capital investment project occur during the initiation stage of the project, which is at time period 0. This is when the initial investment in assets, equipment, or other necessary items is made.

For a Typical Capital Investment Project, the Bulk of the Investment-Related