Three different alternatives shown in the table below are being considered by Kal Tech Engineering systems. Assume that alternatives X and Z are replaced at the end of their lives.   Data Alternative X Alternative Y Alternative Z Initial Cost $6,000 $1,000 $1,500 Uniform Annual Benefits $810 $125 $ 230 Useful Life in Years 20 ∞ (infinity) 10 MARR (Interest Rate)                        12% Refer to the data above. The most desirable alternative is ________. Group of answer choices Do nothing Alt. Z Alt. Y Alt. X       Quiz saved at 11:56pm Submit Quiz

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