Aye CorpPurchases a Remote-Site Building for Computer Operations

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Multiple Choice

Aye Corp.purchases a remote-site building for computer operations.The building will be suitable for operations after some necessary expenditures.The wiring must be replaced to handle the computer specifications.The roof is leaking and must be replaced.All rooms must be repainted and re-carpeted and there will also be some updating of the plumbing needed.Which of the following statements is true?

• A)The cost of the building will include the repainting and re-carpeting costs.
• B)The cost of the building will include the cost of replacing the roof.
• C)The cost of the building is the purchase price of the building, while the additional expenditures are all capitalized as Building Improvements.
• D)The wiring replacement will be part of the computer costs, not the building cost.

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Definitions:

Owner's Equity

The residual interest in the assets of an entity that remains after deducting its liabilities. It represents the ownership interest of the shareholders in a company.

Total Liabilities

The sum of all financial obligations or debts a company owes, including loans, accounts payable, mortgages, and any other monies due to external parties.

Total Assets

The sum of all assets owned by an entity, including both current and noncurrent assets.

Office Equipment

Assets such as computers, desks, chairs, and printers used in an office setting to facilitate operations.