The Weis Corp

question 1

Multiple Choice

The Weis Corp. purchased a new conveyor system to replace an older less automated system. The old system, which was 10 years old, was being depreciated on a straight-line basis over its 20-year life at $25,000 per year. The new system will be depreciated as a 7-year asset for MACRS purposes. The more efficient machine, which costs $520,000 installed, will reduce operating costs by $74,000 per year. Compute the net cash flows in year 3 for the new system. Assume a 40% tax rate. Use the rounded MACRS schedule listed below:
(7-Year Depreciation Schedule: 14%, 25%, 18%, 12%, 9%, 9%, 9%, 4%)

• A) $71,840
• B) $80,779
• C) $68,600
• D) $149,917

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