Colby Motors Uses the Accrual Method and Reports on a Calendar

question 35

Essay

Colby Motors uses the accrual method and reports on a calendar year. In December of last year, Colby acquired auto repair equipment. As part of the acquisition, Colby purchased a warranty agreement that requires the seller of the equipment to provide repairs on the equipment for three years. Colby paid the cost of the warranty, $15,000, in January of this year. What can Colby deduct for the cost of the warranty on the tax return for last year?

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Definitions:

Laissez-Faire Capitalism

An economic system where private parties are free from state intervention, including restrictive regulations, taxes, tariffs and enforced monopolies.

Market System

This system of economy relies on supply and demand to guide decisions about investments, production levels, and the distribution mechanism, with the cost of goods and services being determined in an unregulated pricing system.

Self-Interest

The pursuit of personal advantage or gain, which can motivate individuals to act in ways that benefit them.

Market System

A financial system is in place where market forces such as supply and demand dictate the decisions on investment, production scales, and distribution strategies, with prices for products and services set in a liberalized pricing environment.