An Artificial Entity Created by the State and Existing Apart

question 33

Multiple Choice

An artificial entity created by the state and existing apart from its owners is known as a(n) :

• A) partnership.
• B) proprietorship.
• C) corporation.
• D) association.
• E) trade alliance.

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Definitions:

Depreciable Cost

The total cost of an asset that is subject to depreciation over its useful life, excluding any salvage value.

Depreciation Expense

The amount of depreciation charged in the income statement, representing the cost allocated for the use of fixed assets during an accounting period.

Estimated Useful Life

The expected period over which a fixed asset is projected to be usable by a business, affecting its depreciation calculation.

Double-Declining-Balance Method

An accelerated depreciation method where twice the straight-line depreciation rate is applied to the diminishing balance of an asset's book value.