Replace Equipment
A machine with a book value of $247,100 has an estimated six-year life. A proposal is offered to sell the old machine for $216,800 and replace it with a new machine at a cost of $280,700. The new machine has a six-year life with no residual value. The new machine would reduce annual direct labor costs from $50,700 to $40,600.
a.Prepare a differential analysis dated April 11 on whether to continue with the old machine (Alternative 1) or replace the old machine (Alternative 2). If an amount is zero, enter "0". Use a minus sign to indicate subtracted or negative numbers or a loss.
b.Should the company continue with the old machine (Alternative 1) or replace the old machine (Alternative 2)?
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