We are considering replacing a piece of equipment with a newer
model. The old equipment was purchased
five years ago for $100,000. Accounting records show that the
accumulated depreciation as of today is $60,000.
The current estimated disposal value of the old equipment is
$20,000. The new equipment under consideration
will cost $200,000. The applicable tax rate for all transactions is
30%.
What is the net initial cost of the new equipment after adjusting
for the proceeds from the sale of the existing
equipment and the tax effect of the gain or loss on the disposal of
the existing equipment?
A) $166,000
B) $186,000
C) $180,000
D) $174,000
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