Kane Company Is in the Process of Purchasing a New

question 30

Multiple Choice

Kane Company is in the process of purchasing a new machine for its production line. It is near the end of the year, and the machine is being offered at a special discount if purchased before the end of the year. Kane has determined that the depreciation deduction for tax purposes on the new machine for the year of purchase would be $13,000. The tax rate is 30%. If Kane purchases the machine and reports a positive net operating income for the year, then the tax savings from the deprecation tax shield related to this machine for the year of purchase would be:

• A) $3,900
• B) $9,100
• C) $13,000
• D) $0

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Definitions:

Civilian Goods

Items produced for use by civilians, rather than for military purposes.

National Defense

The protective measures taken by a nation in order to defend itself against potential aggressors, including military forces and defense strategies.

Public Goods

Are goods that are non-excludable and non-rivalrous, meaning they can be consumed by one person without preventing the consumption of the good by another, and no one can be effectively excluded from using the good.

Government-Imposed Taxes

Levies authorized by the government on individuals, corporations, and goods.