Practice Final Comparison and Analysis - 6 | 21. Introduction to Defender and Challenger Equipment | Construction Engineering & Management - Vol 1
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Final Comparison and Analysis

6 - Final Comparison and Analysis

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Question 1 Easy

What is the primary purpose of a replacement analysis?

💡 Hint: Think about cost efficiency.

Question 2 Easy

Define sunk cost.

💡 Hint: Consider expenses that are no longer relevant.

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Question 1

What is the main cost considered when comparing the defender and challenger?

Initial purchase cost
Annual operating costs
Sunk costs

💡 Hint: Think about what costs persist over time.

Question 2

True or False: The initial purchase price of the defender is relevant in the replacement analysis.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider what influences future costs.

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Challenge 1 Hard

A defender costs ₹30,00,000, operates on ₹1,20,000 annually, and has a salvage value of ₹4,00,000. A challenger costs ₹20,00,000, operates on ₹80,000 annually, and has a salvage value of ₹6,00,000. Calculate and discuss which option to choose.

💡 Hint: Ensure to factor in salvage properly!

Challenge 2 Hard

If the economic life of both equipment types extends beyond 5 years, how would this impact your financial analysis?

💡 Hint: Consider the additional years of costs.

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