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You are evaluating a capital project for equipment with a total installed cost of $750,000. The equipment has an estimated life of 30 years, with an expected salvage value at the end of the project of $50,000. The project will be depreciated via simplified straight-line depreciation method. In addition, a working capital investment of $5,000 is required. The project replaces an old piece of equipment which is currently in service and is fully depreciated, but has an expected after-tax salvage value of $12,000. After replacing the old equipment, cash savings from decreased operating expenses are expected to amount of $200,000 per year. The firm;s marginal tax rate is 40 percent and the project cost of capital is 10%. What is the net present value of this project? Round to the nearest penny. Do not include a dollar sign in your answer.
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