Opine Company uses the double-declining-balance method of depreciation. It purchases a building with a cost of $560,000, a salvage value of $32,000 and a useful life of 16 years. What is the depreciation expense for the second year? A. $61,250 B. $60,000 C. $57,750 D. $70,000 E. $66,000
Answer: A. $61,250
Explanation
Double Declining Balance Depreciation | |||||
Beginning book value | x | Double the straight- | = | Depreciation expense | |
line rate | |||||
Year 1 | $ 560,000.00 | x | 12.50% | = | $ 70,000.00 |
Year 2 | $ 490,000.00 | x | 12.50% | = | $ 61,250.00 |
Explanation: | |||||
Double-declining-balance rate = (100% / 16 years) × 2 = 12.50% per year | |||||
Book value at beginning of year 2 = $560,000 - $70,000 = $490,000 |
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