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First American Incorporated is considering buying a new copier. It will cost $9,000 to purchase and $1,000 to ship and install.It has a five year

First American Incorporated is considering buying a new copier. It will cost $9,000 to purchase and $1,000 to ship and install.It has a five year class life.At the end of four years they plan to sell the copier for $3,500.The new copier will allow FA to increase revenues by $2,000 each year but expenses will also increase by $500 each year. Account receivables will increase by $500 and account payables will increase by $800 if the copier is purchased.

Straight-line depreciation will be used.FAs marginal tax rate is 34% and its cost of capital is 5%.Should FA purchase the new copier?

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