Payroll Inc. Office Services is considering the purchase of a new computer system to replace...

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Payroll Inc. Office Services is considering the purchase of a new computer system to replace the one in operation. Data on the new computer system are as follows:
Cost $12,000
Salvage value at the end of five years $1,000
Useful life, in years 5
Annual operating cost $4,000
If the existing computer system is kept and used, it would require the purchase of additional hardware a year from now costing $2,000. After the use of the system for 5 years, the salvage value would be $300. Additional information on the existing system is as follows:
Additional years of use 5
Annual operating costs $9,000
Remaining book value $12,000
Current salvage value $3,000
Cost of capital 12%
The company uses the straight-line method of depreciation.
Required:
Complete a Net Present Value analysis, and recommend whether or not the new system should be purchased.

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