Define Utility

question 78

Essay

Define utility.How do factors such as reliability,validity,and generalizability affect reliability?

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Definitions:

Straight-Line

A method of calculating depreciation or amortization by dividing the difference between an asset's cost and its salvage value by the number of years it is expected to be used.

Depreciation Expense

The allocation of the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life, reflecting wear and tear, deterioration, or obsolescence.

Capital Expenditures

Money spent by a firm on buying or improving hard assets such as land, factories, or equipment.

Revenue Expenditures

Expenses that are immediately charged against revenues in the same accounting period, generally related to the maintenance and repair of fixed assets or operating expenses.