Assume that a company is choosing between two alternativeskeep an existing machine or replace it with a new machine. The costs associated with the two alternatives are summarized as follows:
Existing Machine New Machine
Purchase cost new $ $
Remaining book value $
Overhaul needed now $
Annual cash operating costs $ $
Salvage value now $
Salvage value eight years from now $ $
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If the company overhauls its existing machine, it will be usable for eight more years. If it buys the new machine, it will be used for eight years. Assuming a discount rate of what is the net present value of the cash flows associated with replacing the existing machine with a new machine?