Braxton Manufacturing Is Considering the Purchase of New Computerized Equipment

question 93

Multiple Choice

Braxton Manufacturing is considering the purchase of new computerized equipment.The machine costs $75,000 and would generate $22,000 in annual cost savings over its 5-year life.At the end of 5 years,the equipment would have a $5,000 salvage value.Braxton's required rate of return is 12%.The machine's net present value is

• A) $695
• B) $4,305
• C) $7,143
• D) $79,306

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