Which of the Following Gains Does Not Result Solely in an Ordinary

question 76

Multiple Choice

Which of the following gains does not result solely in an ordinary gain or loss?

• A) Sale of equipment held for less than a year.
• B) Sale of inventory.
• C) Sale of equipment where the gain realized exceeds the accumulated depreciation.
• D) Sale of equipment where the accumulated depreciation exceeds the gain realized.
• E) None of these.

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Definitions:

Merchandise Inventory

Goods held for sale by a business, typically in a retail or wholesale setting, valued at either cost or market price.

Building Contractors

Businesses or individuals that oversee the construction of buildings or structures, managing materials, labor, and compliance with regulations.

Monthly Depreciation

The portion of the cost of a tangible fixed asset that is considered consumed or used up in the operations of a business each month.

Master Budget

An inclusive financial planning document that consolidates all individual budgets related to sales, cost of goods sold, operating expenses, assets, liabilities, and cash flows.