Explain What Is Meant by the Rule of Five and What

question 139

Essay

Explain what is meant by the rule of five and what you should do if this rule is not met.

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Definitions:

Amortization

The method of slowly amortizing the initial expense of a non-physical asset over the period it is expected to be used.

Units-Of-Output Method

A depreciation method where the expense is based on the actual output or usage of the asset, rather than the passage of time.

Double-Declining-Balance Method

A method of accelerated depreciation that doubles the straight-line depreciation rate, leading to higher depreciation expenses in the initial years of asset use.

Straight-Line Method

A method of allocating the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life in equal periodic amounts.