Consider the Five Items Below That Follow, Which Are Related

question 5

Essay

Consider the five items below that follow, which are related to independent investment opportunities.
Purchase price of a new machine: $850,000
Annual straight-line depreciation: $75,000
Annual savings in cash operating costs: $120,000
Advertising expenses related to a new marketing campaign in year 2: $35,000
Sale of an asset in year 6: Loss on sale, $60,000; proceeds received by seller, $23,000
Required:
Complete the following table, inserting the (pre-discounted) cash flow amounts that would be used in a net-present-value analysis. Column A should be completed based on the assumption of no income taxes; in contrast, Column B should be completed assuming the relevant company is subject to a 30% income tax rate. Be sure to note cash outflows in parentheses.

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Definitions:

Monetary Incentive

A financial reward given to employees, customers, or other stakeholders to motivate specific behaviors or outcomes.

Cash Discount

A reduction in the amount owed by a customer if payment is made within a specified period.

Prompt Payment

Timely payment for goods or services, often within a specified period to avoid penalties or to qualify for discounts.

Credit Sale

A transaction where the payment for goods or services is deferred, allowing the buyer to pay at a later date.