To Compute Depreciation Using MACRS on an Asset Purchased Today

question 73

Multiple Choice

To compute depreciation using MACRS on an asset purchased today, you need to know
I.the asset's depreciable basis.
II.the recovery period of the asset.
III.the first and last year convention that applies to the asset's class.
IV.whether you want to minimize or maximize the current year's depreciation.
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• A)Only statement II is correct.
• B)Statements I and II are correct.
• C)Statements I, III, and IV are correct.
• D)Statements II and III are correct.
• E)Statements I, II, III, and IV are correct.

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Definitions:

Sales Discounts

Refers to the reduction in the amount payable by a customer if the customer pays their invoice within a specific period as defined by the seller.

Allowance for Doubtful Accounts

An estimation of the amount of accounts receivable that may not be collectible.

Allowance Method

An accounting technique used to estimate and account for potential uncollectible accounts receivable and bad debts.

Net Realizable Value

The projected selling price of items subtracted by their sales or disposal expenses.