Patterson Corp

question 118

Multiple Choice

Patterson Corp.is considering the purchase of a new piece of equipment,which would have an initial cost of $500,000,a 7-year life,and $150,000 salvage value.The increase in net income each year of the equipment's life would be as follows: What is the payback period?

• A)3.55 years
• B)3.82 years
• C)5.97 years
• D)6.18 years

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