On April 1,2015,due to Obsolescence Resulting from a New Technology,a

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Essay

On April 1,2015,due to obsolescence resulting from a new technology,a company discarded a computer that cost $5,000,had a useful life of 4 years,and a salvage value of $400.Based on straight-line depreciation,the accumulated depreciation as of December 31,2014 was $3,450.
a.Prepare the journal entry to record depreciation up to the date of disposal of the computer.
b.Prepare the journal entry to record the disposal of the computer.

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Definitions:

Straight-Line

A method of calculating depreciation of an asset where the asset's cost is evenly spread over its useful life.

Depreciation

The systematic allocation of the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life, reflecting the decrease in value over time.

Securities and Exchange Act

A U.S. law enacted in 1934 to regulate the securities industry and mandate disclosure of important financial information for publicly traded companies.

Publicly Traded Firms

Companies whose shares are available for purchase by the general public on stock exchanges.