Mi-T-M Corporation is a manufacturer of high-quality industrial equipment including power washers and generators. The company is considering the purchase of a new piece of equipment. The cost savings from the equipment would result in an annual increase in net income after tax of $179,850. The equipment will have an initial cost of $545,000 and have a 7 year life. If the salvage value of the equipment is estimated to be $34,000, what is the simple rate of return?