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3).
Ans: C
Explanation:
Total user cost = Interest to be paid + depreciation (wear and tear)
(5 + 25)% of 10000 = 3000
4).
Ans: B
Explanation:
Marginal product of capital is a benefit. If this increases, more investment will be made and capital stock will rise. other options increase cost.
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or coupon interest rate of 8 percent. A new issue would have a
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