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ABC purchased specialized machinery on January 1,2010 for $2,500.Due to certain restrictions,only 40% of the acquisition cost of the asset is tax deductible.ABC pays tax at a rate of 20%.
-What is the tax basis of this asset?

• A)$1,500
• B)$2,500
• C)$1,000
• D)$2,000

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expected Returns

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Risk-Free Rate

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