Colby Motors Uses the Accrual Method and Reports on a Calendar

question 35

Essay

Colby Motors uses the accrual method and reports on a calendar year. In December of last year, Colby acquired auto repair equipment. As part of the acquisition, Colby purchased a warranty agreement that requires the seller of the equipment to provide repairs on the equipment for three years. Colby paid the cost of the warranty, $15,000, in January of this year. What can Colby deduct for the cost of the warranty on the tax return for last year?

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Definitions:

Deposit Slip

A written form that lists cash and checks being deposited in a bank account and cash received from the amount being deposited.

Currency

A system of money in general use in a particular country, representing the medium of exchange for goods and services.

Check Register

A place for recording important information about each transaction.

Cash Balance

The amount of cash on hand or in a bank account that is immediately available for use.