Lebert, Inc

question 9

Multiple Choice

Lebert, Inc., is considering the purchase of a machine that would cost $380,000 and would last for 7 years. At the end of 7 years, the machine would have a salvage value of $49,000. The machine would reduce labor and other costs by $96,000 per year. Additional working capital of $6,000 would be needed immediately. All of this working capital would be recovered at the end of the life of the machine. The company requires a minimum pretax return of 18% on all investment projects. The net present value of the proposed project is closest to:

• A)$1,338
• B)($8,849)
• C)($14,048)
• D)($2,778)

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Definitions:

Fixed Cost

A cost that remains constant, regardless of changes in the level of production or sales activities.

Factory Supervisor

An individual responsible for overseeing the production process and workers in a manufacturing setting.

Merchandising Company

A merchandising company is a business that purchases finished products and sells them to consumers, without altering the product's form.

Fixed Cost

Expenses that do not change with the level of production or sales, such as rent, salaries, and insurance premiums.