Zinc,IncIs Considering the Acquisition of a New Processing Line

question 72

Multiple Choice

Zinc,Inc.is considering the acquisition of a new processing line.The processor can be purchased for $4,550,000.It will cost $65,000 to ship and $190,500 to install the processor.A recently completed feasibility study that was performed at a cost of $45,000 indicated that the processor would produce a positive NPV.Studies have shown that employee-training expenses will be $150,000.What is the total investment in the processing line for capital budgeting purposes?

• A) $4,550,000
• B) $4,700,000
• C) $4,955,500
• D) $5,000,500

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