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A used concrete pumping truck can be purchased for $125,000. The operation costs are expected to be $65,000 the first year and increase 5% each year thereafter. As a result of the purchase, the company will see an increase in income of $100,000 the first year and 5% more each subsequent year. The company uses straight-line depreciation. The truck will have a useful life of five (5) years and no salvage value. Management would like to see a 10% return on any investment. The company's tax rate is 28%.
Based on the information provided, which statement is most correct?
Based on the provided financials, the truck results in a positive net income after accounting for all expenses, including depreciation and taxes. Since the truck meets the desired 10% return on investment, the most financially sound decision would be to purchase the truck. This conclusion assumes the cash flows and return analysis align with the management's required rate of return.