Following the Time Sequence Described in Table 17

question 42

Multiple Choice

Following the time sequence described in Table 17.1,,what would the present value of cash flows be for leasing this $800,000 asset if the lessee's before tax cost of capital were 15% and the lease payments of the assets were $210,000? The tax rate is 40% and CCA = 30%.Note that the asset is scrapped and alone in its pool at the time of disposition.The assest is scrapped in 4 years.

• A) ($24,555)
• B) $3,456
• C) $2,457
• D) $1,708

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Definitions:

Plant Assets

Long-term tangible assets used in the operation of a business and not expected to be converted to cash in the short term.

Land Improvements

Expenses for enhancements made to a parcel of land to make it more usable, which do not directly include the land itself but, for example, landscaping, parking lots, and fences.

Depreciated

Refers to the reduction in value of an asset over time due to wear and tear or obsolescence.

Useful Life

The estimated period over which an asset is expected to be useful in the operations of a business before it is fully depreciated.