MACRS a Firm Is Considering the Purchase of a New

question 48

Multiple Choice

MACRS
A firm is considering the purchase of a new machine for $325,000. The firm is unsure if it should use the 3-Year MACRS schedule or straight-line depreciation over three years. What is the difference in the book value after three years if the firm uses MACRS instead of straight-line depreciation?

• A) $0
• B) $24,083
• C) $48,166
• D) $300,918

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