a.) Prepare and show in solution a differential analysis dated September 13 on whether to continue with the old machine (Alternative 1) or replace the old machine (Alternative 2). b.) What is the sunk cost in the scenario?

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A company is considering replacing an old piece of machinery, which cost $600,000
and has $350,000 of accumulated depreciation to date, with a new machine that has a
purchase price of $545,000. The old machine could be sold for $231,000. The annual
variable production costs associated with the old machine are estimated to be $61,000
per year for eight years. The annual variable production costs for the new machine are
estimated to be $19,000 per year for eight years.


a.) Prepare and show in solution a differential analysis dated September 13 on whether
to continue with the old machine (Alternative 1) or replace the old machine (Alternative 2).

b.) What is the sunk cost in the scenario? 

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