Mountain Gear has been using the same machines to make its name-brand clothing for the last five years. A cost efficiency consultant has suggested that production costs may be reduced by purchasing more technologically advanced machinery. The old machines cost the company $320,000. The old machines presently have a book value of $132,000 and a market value of $24,000. They are expected to have a five-year remaining life and zero salvage value. The new machines would cost the company $220,000 and have operating expenses of $18,000 a year. The new machines are expected to have a five-year useful life and no salvage value. The operating expenses associated with the old machines are $42,000 a year. The new machines are expected to increase quality, justifying a price increase and thereby increasing sales revenue by $22,000 a year. Select the true statement.

Multiple Choice

• The company will be $40,000 better off over the 5 year period if it replaces the old equipment.

• The company will be $24,000 better off over the 5 year period if it replaces the old equipment.

• The company will be $34,000 better off over the 5 year period if it replaces the old equipment.

• The company will be $64,000 better off over the 5 year period if it keeps the old equipment.