The Cost Principle States That an Asset Should Be Recognized

question 74

Multiple Choice

The cost principle states that an asset should be recognized on the balance sheet at

• A) the market value of the asset.
• B) at the market value less the accumulated depreciation on the asset.
• C) at its historical cost.
• D) at its historical cost less the accumulated depreciation on the asset.

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