Determine which is the better alternative, assuming using straight-line depreciation method, an income tax rate of 40% and an after-tax MARR of 10%. Show complete solution
Determine which is the better alternative, assuming using straight-line depreciation method, an income tax rate of 40% and an after-tax MARR of 10%. Show complete solution
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Determine which is the better alternative, assuming using straight-line depreciation method, an income tax rate of 40% and an after-tax MARR of 10%. Show complete solution

Transcribed Image Text:Two alternative machines will produce the same product, but one is capable of
higher-quality work, which can be expected to return greater revenue. The following
are relevant data:
Machine A
Machine B
Capital Investment
| $30,000
$20,000
12 years
$4,000
Life
Salvage Value
Annual Receipts
8 years
$0
$188,000
$170,000
$150,000
|$138,000
Annual Disbursements
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