EDP is trying to decide between two different conveyor belt systems. System A costs $438,000, has a six-year life, and requires $83,000 in pretax annual operating costs. System B costs $369,000, has a five-year life, and requires $92,000 in pretax annual operating costs. Both systems are to be depreciated straight-line to zero over their lives and will have a zero salvage value. Whichever system is chosen, it will not be replaced when it wears out. The tax rate is 23 percent and the discount rate is 14.2 percent. Which system should the firm choose and why?

How did the contribution of the goods producing sector to gdp growth change between 2010 and 2011 a. it fell by 0.3%. b. it fell by 2.3%. c. it rose by 2.3%. d. it rose by 0.6%. the answer is b

How is a federal loan different from a private loan for an education? a federal loan is available for any student who meets the government's lending standards. a private loan is only available for students who show a need. a federal loan is only available for students who show a need. a private loan is available for any student who meets the bank's lending standards. a federal loan can only be used to pay for a student's tuition. a private loan can be used to pay for a student's tuition and any other expenses. a federal loan can be used to pay for a student's tuition and any other expenses. a private loan can only be used to pay for a student's tuition.

When gathering information about certain occupations, be sure to understand how you are paid. what is the difference between a salary and an hourly wage?