Genesis Acquires a Machine for $177,600

question 49

Essay

Genesis acquires a machine for $177,600.It expects the machine to last six years and to operate for 30,000 hours during that time.Estimated salvage value is $9,600 at the end of the machine's useful life.Calculate the depreciation charge for each of the first three years using each of the following methods:
a. The straight-line (time) method.
b. The straight-line (use) method, with the following operating times: first year, 4,500 hours; second year, 5,000 hours; third year, 5,500 hours.

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Definitions:

FIFO

First In, First Out; an inventory valuation method where the oldest inventory items are recorded as sold first.

Periodic inventory system

An inventory accounting system where updates to inventory levels are made periodically, usually at the end of an accounting period, rather than after each transaction.

Ending inventory

The total value of goods available for sale at the end of an accounting period, calculated by adding purchases to beginning inventory and subtracting cost of goods sold.

Perpetual inventory method

An accounting method where inventory levels are updated in real-time with each sale and purchase, providing a continuous record of inventory balances.