Cash Flow Estimation Problems Problem 1: Please do not solve useing Excell

The Campbell Company is evaluating the proposed acquisition of a new milling machine. The machines base price is $108,000, and it would cost another $12,500 to modify it for special use. The machine falls into the MACRS 3-year class, and it would be sold after 3 years for $65,000. The machine would require an increase in net working capital (inventory) of $5500. The milling machine would have no effect on revenues, but it is expected to save the firm $44,000 per year in before-tax operating costs, mainly labor. Campbells marginal tax rate is 35%.

If the projects cost of capital is 12%, should the machine be purchased?