Lease-versus-purchase decision Personal Finance Problem Joanna Browne is considering either leasing or purchasing a new Chrysler Sebring convertible that has a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of $32,800. The dealership offers a 3-year lease that requires a capital payment of $3,250 (52,900 down payment + $350 security deposit) and monthly payments of $604. Purchasing requires a $2,650 down payment, sales tax of 6.1% ($2,001), and 36 monthly payments of $893. Joanna estimates the value of the car will be $17,000 at the end of 3 years. She can earn 4.8% annual interest on her savings and is subject to a 6.1% sales tax on purchases. Make a reasonable recommendation to Joanna using a lease-versus-purchase analysis that, for simplicity, ignores the time value of money a. Calculate the total cost of leasing. b. Calculate the total cost of purchasing c. Which should Joanna do? a. The total cost of leasing is $ (Round to the nearest dollar) Enter your answer in the answer box and then click Check Answer, parts 2 remaining Dar All Check