question 21

A consultant has recommended that you modernize a production line. Costs include $698,000 in equipment, a $33,000 investment in net working capital at the time of installation, and $10,000 in delivery and installation costs. The consultant has billed the firm for $79,500 for her analysis of the project. If the project is undertaken, an employee training program costing $3,000 would be required. The old machinery has no book value but can be sold for $10,000. Your firm's marginal tax rate is 34%. What is the initial outlay associated with the project