Question: Brigham Ltd is considering purchasing a machine to replace an old one. The price of the new machine is R 9 0 0 0 0

Brigham Ltd is considering purchasing a machine to replace an old one. The price of the new machine is
R90000. The cost to transport the machine to the factory is R11000, and the installation cost is R9000.
The purchase of the new machine will result in an increase in net working capital of R25000. The old
machine was purchased 3 years ago at a cost of R50000. The old equipment is depreciated on a straight
line basis over a period of 5 years. In addition, the old machine required an increase in net working capital
of R12000. Suppose the old machine is sold after 3 years for R35000, and the removal cost of the
old machine is R5000. Assume that the tax rate is 30%.
Required:
Calculate the initial investment for the replacement project.

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