On December 31, Strike Company Traded in One of Its

question 73

Multiple Choice

On December 31, Strike Company traded in one of its batting cages for another one that has a cost of $500,000. Strike receives a trade-in allowance of $11,000. The old equipment had an initial cost of $215,000 and has accumulated depreciation of $185,000. Depreciation has been recorded up to the end of the year. The difference will be paid in cash. What is the amount of the gain or loss on this transaction?

• A) loss of $11,000
• B) gain of $11,000
• C) loss of $19,000
• D) no loss or gain will be recorded

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Definitions:

Overapplied Manufacturing Overhead

A scenario in which the assigned costs for manufacturing overhead are greater than the overhead expenses actually encountered.

Cost of Goods Sold

This is the direct costs attributable to the production of the goods sold in a company, including both materials and labor costs.

Adjusted Cost

The cost that has been modified for adjustments like discounts, returns, or additional charges to reflect the true cost of purchase or production.

Cost of Goods Sold

Costs directly linked to the manufacturing of goods a business sells, covering both the cost of materials and labor.