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The Blank Button Company is considering the purchase of a new machine for £30,000.The machine is expected to save the firm £12,500 per year in operating costs over a 5 year period, and can be depreciated on a straight-line basis to a zero salvage value over its life.Alternatively, the firm can lease the machine for £6,500 per year for 5 years, with the first payment due in 1 year.The firm's tax rate is 34%, and its cost of debt is 10%.Calculate the NPV of the lease versus the purchase decision. Calculate the reservation payment of the lessee.


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