What Is the Basis for Decision-Making Using the Present Worth

What is the basis for decision-making using the present worth comparison method?

A) to maximize the present worth of a project at the minimum acceptable rate of return
B) to maximize the benefits of a project at the minimum acceptable rate of return
C) to minimize the costs of a project at the minimum acceptable rate of return
D) to maximize the difference between the project's benefits and costs at the minimum acceptable rate of return
E) to minimize the difference between the project's costs and benefits at the minimum acceptable rate of return