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Chapter 10, Problem 3PROB
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Cost of asset includes all the cost which incurs for acquiring the machine. Cost includes shipping and installation cost.
MACRS stands for modified accelerated cost recovery system. Life of the asset will be classified as per the internal revenue code.
Three years MACRS rates, Year 1: 33.33%, Year 2: 44.45%, Year 3: 14.81% and Year 4: 7.41%.
US purchased a new machine $350,000, shipping cost $20,000 and installation cost is $50,000. Asset is classified as three years MACRS class.
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