Xinhong Company is considering replacing one of its manufacturing machines. The machine has a book value of $45,000 and a remain
ing useful life of five years, at which time its salvage value will be zero. It has a current market value of $52,000. Variable manufacturing costs are $36,000 per year for this machine. Information on two alternative replacement machines follows. Should Xinhong keep or replace its manufacturing machine? If the machine should be replaced, which alternative new machine should Xinhong purchase?
Alterantive A Alternative B
Cost $115,000 $125,000
Variable manufacturing 19,000 15,000
costs per year
Alterantive A Alternative B
Cost $115,000 $125,000
Variable manufacturing 19,000 15,000
costs per year
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