A company is considering purchasing a new machine for $200,000. The new machine is expected to have a useful life of five years and a salvage value of $20,000 at the end of its useful life. The company's current machine has a net book value of $50,000 and a remaining useful life of three years. The current machine is expected to have no salvage value at the end of its useful life. The company's tax rate is 30%. Should the company purchase the new machine? Show all calculations.

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