Crossroad Corporation is trying to decide whether to invest to automate a production line. If the project is accepted, labor costs will decrease by $753,000 per year. However, other cash operating expenses will increase by $216,000 per year. The equipment will cost $105,000 and is depreciable over 9 years using simplified straight line to a zero salvage value. Crossroad will invest $24,000 in net working capital at installation. The firm has a marginal tax rate of 34%. Calculate the firm's annual cash flows associated with the new project.

Read the scenario. alfonso is 19 years old and has a high school diploma. recently, he was promoted to assistant manager at the fast-food restaurant where he has worked since the age of sixteen. his dream is to become the restaurant’s manager. what is his best option for achieving his dream? he should find another job and work his way up to a higher position. he should hope that his manager transfers to another location and that he is his replacement. he should attend classes at the local college to receive training in management. he should work hard, work longer hours, and remain assistant manager.