If a Plant Asset Is Retired Before It Is Fully

question 104

Multiple Choice

If a plant asset is retired before it is fully depreciated, and no residual or scrap value is received,

• A) a gain on disposal will be recorded.
• B) phantom depreciation must be taken as though the asset were still on the books.
• C) a loss on disposal will be recorded.
• D) no gain or loss on disposal will be recorded.

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Definitions:

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

A type of pension plan where an employer promises a specified pension payment upon retirement, based on the employee's earnings history and tenure.

Return On Plan Assets

A measure of the earnings generated from the investments within a pension fund, indicating the efficiency and performance of the asset management.

Pension Expense

The cost recognized in an employer's financial statements for the benefits provided to employees during a period.

Defined Contribution

A type of retirement plan where the amount invested is defined, but the future benefits are not guaranteed and depend on investment performance.