Discuss the below:
Two types of equipment are being considered by your company to improve productivity and quality in the manufacturing process. Details for each type of equipment is as follows:
Equipment A: this equipment has an initial investment of $78,000 and the salvage value at the end of the six year service life is estimated to be $20,000. The operating costs are estimated to be $6,500 per year.
Equipment B: this equipment has an initial investment of $45,000 and the salvage value at the end of the six year service life is estimated to be zero. The operating costs are estimated to be $11,500 per year.
The two alternatives are mutually exclusive. Analyze and compare the two pieces of equipment using Net Present Worth and provide your recommendation. The interest rate is 12%.