Delta Mechanical Systems purchased a material conveyor

system three years ago. Now, the company is going to sell the system and

acquire more advanced technology. Data relating to this equipme

Market value now

$15,000

Original cost

24,000

Book value now, for tax purposes

8,000

Book value now, for financial accounting purposes

15,000

Corporate tax rate

40%

a. How much depreciation has been claimed on the conveyor system for tax purposes? For financial accounting purposes?

b. What will be the after tax cash flow from the sale of this asset?

c. What will be the after tax cash flow from the sale of the asset if its market value is only $6,000?