Equipment Costing $105,000 with a Salvage Value of $21,000 and an Estimated

question 161

Multiple Choice

Equipment costing $105,000 with a salvage value of $21,000 and an estimated life of 8 years has been depreciated using the straight-line method for 2 years.Assuming a revised estimated total life of 6 years and no change in the salvage value, the depreciation expense for Year 3 would be

• A)$15,750.
• B)$14,000.
• C)$21,000.
• D)$10,500.

Calculate the impact of currency depreciation or appreciation on international trade and investments.

Analyze the financial risks associated with international business operations, including exchange rate risk and political risk.

Understand the principles of interest rate parity and how it affects currency exchange rates.

Grasp the concept of purchasing power parity and its application in international finance.

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