Problem
A company is considering buying a new bottle-capping machine. The initial cost of the machine is $325,000 and it has a 10-year life. Monthly maintenance costs are expected to be $1200 per month for the first 7 years and $2000 per month for the remaining years. The machine requires a major overhaul costing $55,000 at the end of the fifth year of service. Assume that all these costs occur at the end of the appropriate period. What is the future value of all the costs of owning and operating this machine if the nominal interest rate is 7.2%?
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.