Clear Restorations Purchased a Floor Machine for $10,520

question 23

Multiple Choice

Clear Restorations purchased a floor machine for $10,520. Delivery costs totaled $1,250. The salvage value is $1,350 after 8 years. Using the straight-line depreciation method, calculate the book value at the end of year 5.

• A) $1,302.50
• B) $5,257.50
• C) $6,512.50
• D) $7,525.50

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