In 1980,Mr

question 57

Multiple Choice

In 1980,Mr.Lyle purchased a factory building to use in business for $480,000.When Mr.Lyle sells the building for $580,000,he has taken depreciation of $470,000.Straight-line depreciation would have been $400,000.Mr.Lyle must report

• A)$570,000 of ordinary gain.
• B)$570,000 of Sec.1231 gain.
• C)$70,000 of ordinary income and $500,000 of Sec.1231 gain.
• D)$470,000 of ordinary gain and $100,000 of Sec.1231 gain.

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Definitions:

Work in Process

Items that are in the production phase but not yet completed; part of inventory accounting in manufacturing.

Period Costs

Expenses that are not directly tied to the production of goods and services and are instead related to the time period in which they are incurred.

CEO Salary Expense

The cost incurred by a company for the compensation of its Chief Executive Officer, considered part of operating expenses.

Factory Insurance Costs

Premiums paid for insurance policies that protect manufacturing facilities and equipment against losses or damages.