A Company Intends to Install New Management Software for Its

question 98

Multiple Choice

A company intends to install new management software for its warehouse.The software will cost $50,000 to buy and will cost an additional $150,000 to install and implement.It is anticipated that it will save the company $45,000 through reductions in staff and $65,000 in general inventory costs in the first year after installation.What is the benefit to the company in the first year if they choose to install the software?

• A)$45,000
• B)$90,000
• C)$110,000
• D)$180,000
• E)$65,000

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Definitions:

Equilibrium

Equilibrium represents a state of balance where there is no net tendency for change, often used to describe the point at which market supply and demand balances each other.

External Benefits

Positive effects that an activity or transaction has on individuals or entities who are not directly involved in the activity, often justifying government intervention or subsidies.

Allocative Efficiency

A state of resource allocation where resources are distributed according to consumer preferences, leading to optimal production levels and pricing.

Corrective Tax

A tax designed to encourage private decision makers to take into account the social costs that arise from a negative externality.