Allen College Has a Telephone System That Is in Poor

question 38

Multiple Choice

Allen College has a telephone system that is in poor condition. The system can be either overhauled or replaced with a new system. The following data have been gathered concerning these two alternatives: Allen College uses a 12% discount rate and the total cost approach to net present value analysis. Both alternatives are expected to have a useful life of eight years. The net present value of the alternative of overhauling the present system is closest to:

• A)($238,232)
• B)($108,000)
• C)($228,232)
• D)($232,272)

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