Question: Alternative Methods I and II are proposed for a security operation. The following is comparative information:
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Determine which is the better alternative based on an after-tax annual cost analysis with an effective income tax rate of 40% and an after-tax MARR of 15%, assuming the following methods of depreciation:
a. SL
b. MACRS