In the Context of Balance Sheets, Assets Such as Machinery

question 22

Multiple Choice

In the context of balance sheets, assets such as machinery, building, and equipment have a limited useful life, so accountants subtract _____ from the original value of these assets, to reflect the fact that these assets are being used up over time.

• A) deferred income
• B) bequest value
• C) accumulated depreciation
• D) laid-down cost

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