James Bought a Wave Runner at the Beginning of the Year

question 30

Short Answer

James bought a wave runner at the beginning of the year for $7,500. The wave runner has an estimated life of 4 years and a salvage value of $2,000 at the end of the 4-year period. What is the book value after the first year?

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