A Telephone System with a Disposable Value of $4200 After

question 56

Essay

A telephone system with a disposable value of $4200 after five years can be purchased for $16 600. Alternatively, a leasing agreement is available that requires an immediate payment of $1900 plus payments of $150.00 at the beginning of each month for five years. If money is worth 9.6% compounded monthly, should the telephone system be leased or purchased?

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