The Balance in Accumulated Depreciation Account Is Deducted from the Cost

question 68

True/False

The balance in Accumulated Depreciation account is deducted from the cost of fixed assets on the balance sheet.

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Definitions:

Unrealized Gain or Loss-Equity

Increases or decreases in the value of held investments that have not yet been sold, affecting the equity portion of the balance sheet.

Stockholders' Equity

The net worth of a company, calculated as total assets minus total liabilities, representing the ownership interest of shareholders in the corporation.

Contra Asset

An account that offsets an associated asset account, with common examples being accumulated depreciation and allowance for doubtful accounts.

Fair Value Adjustment

Fair value adjustment is an accounting process to adjust the book value of assets or liabilities to their fair value.