The Book Value of a Plant Asset Is the Difference

question 168

Multiple Choice

The book value of a plant asset is the difference between the

• A) replacement cost of the asset and its historical cost.
• B) cost of the asset and the amount of depreciation expense for the year.
• C) cost of the asset and the accumulated depreciation to date.
• D) proceeds received from the sale of the asset and its original cost.

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Definitions:

Cash Dividends

Dividends paid out in cash by a company from its earnings to its shareholders at declared dividend dates.

Utility Bill

A statement of charges for the consumption of utilities such as electricity, gas, water, or sewage.

General Journal

A primary accounting record used for the chronological recording of all types of transactions.

Utilities Expense

Costs incurred by a business for essential services such as water, electricity, and gas.