Question: A high-speed electronic assembly machine was purchased two years ago for $50,000. At the present time, it can be sold for $25,000 and replaced by

A high-speed electronic assembly machine was purchased two years ago for $50,000. At the present time, it can be sold for $25,000 and replaced by a newer model having a purchase price of $42,500; or it can be kept in service for a maximum of one more year. The new assembly machine, if purchased, has a useful life of not more than two years. The projected resale values and operating and maintenance costs for the challenger and the defender are shown in the accompanying table on a year-by-year basis. If the before-tax MARR is 15%, when should the old assembly machine be replaced? Use the following data table for your analysis.
A high-speed electronic assembly machine was purchased two years ago

Challenger Market O&M Defender Market O&M Value Costs Year Value Costs 0 $42,500 1 31,000 $10,000 2 25,000 12,500 $25,000 17,000 $14,000

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