Precision Tool Is Analyzing Two Machines to Determine Which One

question 56

Multiple Choice

Precision Tool is analyzing two machines to determine which one it should purchase.The company requires a 15 percent rate of return and uses straight-line depreciation to a zero book value over the life of its equipment.Machine A has a cost of $892,000,annual operating costs of $28,200,and a 4-year life.Machine B costs $1,118,000,has annual operating costs of $19,500,and has a 5-year life.Whichever machine is purchased will be replaced at the end of its useful life.Precision Tool should purchase Machine _____ because it lowers the firm's annual cost by approximately _______ as compared to the other machine.

• A)A; $12,380
• B)A; $17,404
• C)B; $16,965
• D)B; $17,404
• E)B; $17,521

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