An existing robot can be kept if $2,100 is spent now to upgrade it for future service requirements. Alternatively, the company can purchase a new robot to replace the old robot. The following estimates have been developed for both the defender and the challenger. the companys before-tax MARR is 25% per year. based on this information, should the existing robot be replaced right now? Assume the robot will be needed for an indefinite period of time.

The AW value of the defender is $ (Round to the nearest dollar.) The AW value of the challenger is $ (Round to the nearest dollar) The existing robot V be replaced right now. Defender Current MV Required upgrade Annual expenses Remaining useful life MV at end of useful life $36,000 $2,100 $1,300 6 years -- $1,400 Challenger Purchase price Installation cost Annual expenses Useful life MV at end of useful life $53,000 $5,000 $900 9 years $7,500