Jasper Manufacturing Is Starting a New Project Which Will Require

question 3

Multiple Choice

Jasper Manufacturing is starting a new project which will require the acquisition of new fixed assets costing $127,000. The assets will have a 5-year life after which time they will be worthless. The assets belong in a 25 percent CCA class. The assets can be leased for $27,900 a year. The firm can borrow money at 11 percent and has a 34 percent tax rate. What is the amount of the depreciation tax shield in year 3?

• A) $7,084
• B) $9,486
• C) $11,222
• D) $12,818
• E) $13,265

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Definitions:

Bond Issue Costs

The expenses associated with the issuance of bonds, including legal, accounting, underwriting fees, and other related costs.

Straight-Line Method

A method of calculating depreciation by evenly allocating the cost of an asset over its useful life.

Effective Interest Method

A technique used in accounting to allocate the interest expense or income of a financial instrument over its lifespan in a way that results in a constant rate on the carrying amount.

Bonds Payable

Long-term liabilities representing a company's commitment to pay a specified amount of money at certain future dates for funds borrowed.