The Cost of an Asset Is $1,110,000,and Its Residual Value

question 87

Multiple Choice

The cost of an asset is $1,110,000,and its residual value is $110,000.Estimated useful life of the asset is eight years.Calculate depreciation for the second year using the double-declining-balance method of depreciation.(Do not round any intermediate calculations,and round your final answer to the nearest dollar.)

• A) $138,750
• B) $125,000
• C) $250,000
• D) $208,125

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