Mark Industries Uses the Straight-Line Depreciation Method

question 127

Multiple Choice

Mark Industries uses the straight-line depreciation method. One asset had been purchased for $11,000. Annual depreciation expense was $2,000 after considering residual value of $1,000. What was the estimated useful life of the asset?

• A) 5.50 years
• B) 5.00 years
• C) 10.00 years
• D) 11.00 years

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