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Relevant cash flows are those cash flows that will be directly affected by a specific decision, such as an investment or project. They are crucial in decision-making processes because they help determine the viability and profitability of projects.

Net initial investment refers to the total expenditure required to start a project, including the purchase of equipment, installation costs, and any working capital needed. Annual net cash flows represent the recurring cash inflows and outflows generated by the project each year. Project termination cash flows include any cash flows that arise when a project is concluded, such as salvage values or costs associated with winding down operations.

On the other hand, projected financial risks are not considered relevant cash flows. Financial risks pertain to uncertainties that may affect the cash flows but do not themselves represent actual cash inflows or outflows. While it is important to assess financial risks in the project planning stage, they do not contribute direct monetary impacts that need to be included in project cash flow analyses. They are more related to the potential volatility and unpredictability of future cash flows rather than the cash itself. Thus, this category does not belong under relevant cash flows.