Equivalent annual annuity
Corcoran Consulting is deciding which of two computer systems to purchase. It can purchase state-of-the-art equipment (System A) for $20,000, which will generate cash flows of $5,000 at the end of each of the next 6 years. Alternatively, the company can spend $11,000 for equipment that can be used for 3 years and will generate cash flows of $5,000 at the end of each year (System B).
a. If the company's WACC is 10% and both projects can be repeated indefinitely, which system should be chosen?
System (A or B) should be chosen.
b. What is its EAA? Round your answer to the nearest cent.
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