An Asset's Capitalized Cost Basis Includes Only the Actual Purchase

question 44

True/False

An asset's capitalized cost basis includes only the actual purchase price, whereas expenses to purchase, prepare the asset for use, and begin using the asset are immediately expensed.

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Definitions:

Payee

The party in a financial transaction who receives payment.

Note Receivable

A written promise that entitles the holder to receive a specified amount of money from another party at a future date.

Interest

A charge for borrowed money, generally a percentage of the amount borrowed.

Maturity Value

The total amount payable to an investor at the end of a fixed-income security's life, including both the principal and interest.