Palmer Corp. 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 $152,000. The equipment will have an initial cost of $494,000 and have a 8 year life. If the salvage value of the equipment is estimated to be $78,000, what is the payback period? Multiple Choice 8.00 years 3.25 years 2.42 years 4.00 years