Norwood, Inc

question 167

Multiple Choice

Norwood, Inc.purchased a crane at a cost of $80,000.The crane has an estimated residual value of $5,000 and an estimated life of 8 years, or 12,500 hours of operation.The crane was purchased on January 1, 2016 and was used 2,700 hours in 2016 and 2,600 hours in 2017.
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-Refer to the information about Norwood, Inc. ​
If Norwood uses the double-declining-balance depreciation method, what amount is the depreciation expense for 2017?

• A) $14,063
• B) $15,000
• C) $18,750
• D) $20,000

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