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Whole-Life Cost
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Whole-Life Cost
The total amount a company spends on an asset over its entire usable life. Examples of whole-life costs include planning, research, purchase price, and maintenance. Companies estimate the whole-life cost prior to purchasing a new asset to determine whether or not it will be cost effective. It is also called the life cycle cost.
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