Answer:
$158,730
Explanation:
Mario incoporation started the year with a net fixed assets of $75,300
At the end of the year the net fixed assets was $96,700
The depreciation expense is $13,270
Therefore the company's net capital spending for the year can be calculated as follows
= $96,700+$75,300-$13,270
= $172,000 - $13,270
= $158,730
Hence the company's net capital spending for the year is $158,730