Which of the Following Would Not Be Included in the Balance

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would not be included in the balance sheet investment account?

• A)Stocks of other corporations
• B)Long-term government bonds
• C)Marketable securities
• D)Investments in other corporations

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Definitions:

Book Value

The net value of a company's assets as found on its balance sheet, calculated by subtracting total liabilities from total assets.

Depreciable Asset

An asset that loses value over time due to wear and tear or obsolescence, and its cost is allocated over its useful life through depreciation.

Acquisition Cost

The total cost incurred to acquire an asset, including purchase price and any additional expenses necessary to get the asset ready for its intended use.

Depreciation

The systematic allocation of the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life, reflecting the decrease in value over time due to use and wear.