A Company Is Considering Purchasing a Machine for $21,000

question 31

Multiple Choice

A company is considering purchasing a machine for $21,000. The machine will generate an after-tax net income of $2,000 per year. Annual depreciation expense would be $1,500. What is the approximate Accounting Rate of Return?

• A) 19%.
• B) 33%.
• C) 17%.
• D) 10%.
• E) 25%.

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Definitions:

Full Market Value

The highest price a willing buyer would pay and a willing seller would accept for an asset in an open and competitive market.

Assumed Liabilities

Obligations that a company takes on when it purchases another company or its assets.

Acquiring Assets

The process of obtaining ownership or control of assets, which can include tangible property like real estate or intangible property like intellectual property rights.

Dissenting Shareholder Rights

Rights granted to shareholders who disagree with major corporate actions, like mergers, allowing them to receive payment for the fair value of their shares.