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Vernon Inc.needs an additional worker on a multi-year project.Vernon could either hire an employee for a $72,000 annual salary or engage an independent contractor for a $75,000 annual fee.If Vernon's marginal income tax rate is 21%,which option minimizes the after-tax cost of obtaining the worker?


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