A Company Purchased a Computer System on March 1, 2012

question 138

Multiple Choice

A company purchased a computer system on March 1, 2012. Its cost was $35,000 and it had an estimated residual value of $5,000. It was expected to have a useful life for four years. To the nearest dollar, the depreciation for 2012 using straight-line depreciation will be:

• A) $8,750.
• B) $7,500.
• C) $6,250.
• D) $5,625.
• E) $6,500.

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Definitions:

Financing Activities

Refers to the transactions and events through which a business raises funds to operate and expand, including issuing shares, taking on loans, or issuing bonds.

Treasury Stock

Shares that were issued and subsequently reacquired by the issuing company, reducing the amount of outstanding stock on the balance sheet.

Bonds Payable

A financial obligation represented by a bond issued by a company, promising to pay back with interest the borrowed funds.

Accounts Payable

The amount owed by a business to its suppliers or vendors for goods and services purchased on credit.