Chicago Co

question 71

Multiple Choice

Chicago Co. is interested in purchasing a machine that would improve its operational efficiency. The cost is $200,000 with an estimated residual value of $20,000 and a useful life of eight years. Cash inflows are expected to increase by $40,000 a year. The company's minimum rate of return is 10 percent. The present value of $1 for eight years at 10 percent is 0.467, and the present value of an annuity of $1 at 10 percent and eight years is 5.335. The project earns a rate of return of

• A) Unable to determine from the data given
• B) greater than 10 percent.
• C) less than 10 percent.
• D) 10 percent.

Recognize the significance of stabilizing product costs in varying business activities.

Understand the concept of fixed and variable overheads and their impact on cost control.

Analyze and explain the causes and impacts of overhead variances.

Identify the components and purposes of an overhead cost performance report.

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