On October 1, 2015, Nurix Company Purchased a Patent for $100,000

question 28

Essay

On October 1, 2015, Nurix Company purchased a patent for $100,000 cash. Although the patent gives legal protection for 20 years, it is expected to be used for only eight years. Journalize the amortization expense for 2015. Assume straight-line amortization.

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