If a Long-Lived Asset Is Retired Before It Is Fully

question 144

Multiple Choice

If a long-lived 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:

Average Variable Cost

The variable cost per unit of output, computed by dividing total variable costs by the quantity of output produced.

Total Fixed Costs

The overall total of expenditures that remain steady, unaffected by how much is produced or outputted.

Average Fixed Costs

The constant production costs (unaffected by changes in output) divided by the production volume.

Swords

Swords are bladed weapons used historically and today for ceremonial, martial, or symbolic purposes, characterized by long blades for slashing or thrusting.