The Straight-Line Depreciation Method and the Double-Declining-Balance Depreciation Method

question 157

Multiple Choice

The straight-line depreciation method and the double-declining-balance depreciation method:

• A)Produce the same total depreciation over an asset's useful life.
• B)Produce the same depreciation expense each year.
• C)Produce the same book value each year.
• D)Are acceptable for tax purposes only.
• E)Are the only acceptable methods of depreciation for financial reporting.

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