Respuesta :
Answer: The old factory machine should be replaced as from computation below will lead to a lower cost for Bryant Company
Explanation:
Particulars Retain Equipment Replace Equipment Net Income
Increase/Decrease
Variable manufacturing costs
$4,053,700 $3,539,900 $513,800
$579,100 x 7 $505,700 x 7
New machine cost $413,300 -$410,300.
Sale of old machine -$30,900 $30,900.
Total $4,053,700 $3,922,300 $134,400
The old factory machine should be replaced as from computation will lead to a lower cost of $3,922,300 instead of $4,053,700 for Bryant Company