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An astute young engineer at Lochardier is examining the tax benefits of buying an aircraft. Since this is a depreciable asset1. what are the underpreciated capital cost at the end of each year?

2. calculate the yearly tax savings over the 5 years that results from the CCA deduction from income?

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All amounts are in Million

1.

Cost of air craft is $750M and assuming the value of aircraft at fourth year is NIL
Year Depreciation for the year Undepreciated capital cost
1 $                     187.50 $                       562.50
2 $                     187.50 $                       375.00
3 $                     187.50 $                       187.50
4 $                     187.50 $                                -  

2.

Year Depreciation for the year Yearly Tax savings
1 $                     187.50 $                         75.00
2 $                     187.50 $                         75.00
3 $                     187.50 $                         75.00
4 $                     187.50 $                         75.00
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