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question 6

Multiple Choice

Use the information for the question(s) below.
Shepard Industries is evaluating a proposal to expand its current distribution facilities.Management has projected the project will produce the following cash flows for the first two years (in millions) .

-The depreciation tax shield for Shepard Industries project in year 2 is closest to:

• A)$84
• B)$196
• C)$72
• D)$96

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