An electric switch manufacturing company has to choose one of three different assembly methods. Method A will have a first cost of $40,000, an annual operating cost of $9000, and a service life of 2 years. Method B will cost $80,000 to buy and will have an annual operating cost of $6000 over its 4-year service life. Method C will cost $130,000 initially with an annual operating cost of $4000 over its 8-year life. Methods A and B will have no salvage value, but method C will have some equipment worth an estimated $12,000. Which method should be selected? Use present worth analysis at an interest rate of 10% per year.  *please answer in a neat and clear way

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A budget can be defined as a financial plan designed by an undertaking for a definite period in the future that can contribute towards enhancing the financial success of the business undertaking. It is used to estimate the revenue and expenses. The budget generally takes into account both current and future income and expenses.