Question: Mphoreng Industries is considering replacing its existing machine, which was purchased 3 years ago at a cost of R 1 million. The machine is depreciated

Mphoreng Industries is considering replacing its existing machine, which was purchased 3 years ago at a cost of R1 million. The machine is depreciated at 30% per annum and can be sold today at R900000. The new machine will cost R700000 with R20000 installation cost and R5000 transportation costs. The use of the new machine will decrease the working capital with R8000. Assume a 40% capital gains tax per annum. REQUIRED: 1.1 Calculate the book value of the existing machine. Show all calculations. (2 marks)1.2 Calculate the tax implication from the sale of the existing machine. (2 marks)1.3 Calculate the after-tax proceeds from the sale of the existing machine. (2 marks)1.4 Calculate the initial investment associated with the replacement of the existing machine. (2 marks)

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