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Oriole Timber Corporation uses a machine that removes the bark from cut timber. The machine...

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image Oriole Timber Corporation uses a machine that removes the bark from cut timber. The machine is unreliable and results in a significant amount of downtime and excessive labor costs. Management is considering replacing the machine with a more efficient one which will minimize downtime and excessive labor costs. Data are presented below for the two machines: It is estimated that the new machine will produce annual cost savings of $93,500. The old machine can be sold to a scrap dealer for $9,400. Both machines will have a salvage value of zero if operated for the remainder of their useful lives. Determine whether the company should purchase the new machine. (Enter negative amounts using either a negative sign preceding the number e.g. -45 or parentheses e.g. (45). Do not leave amy field blank. Enter 0 for the amounts.) The company purchase the new machine

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