When Original Cost Is Used in the Accounting Records, the Book

question 6

Multiple Choice

When original cost is used in the accounting records, the book value of the asset is:

• A) the original cost.
• B) the market value.
• C) original cost less accumulated depreciation.
• D) closed out.

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