Practice - Depreciation Accounting Methods
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Practice Questions
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Define depreciation.
💡 Hint: Think about the lifespan and cost of the asset.
What is the straight-line method?
💡 Hint: Consider how expenses are spread out.
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Interactive Quizzes
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Which method allocates equal expense over an asset's useful life?
💡 Hint: Consider which method simplifies calculation.
True or False: The double declining balance method provides uniform depreciation each year.
💡 Hint: Think about how depreciation changes over time.
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Challenge Problems
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A contractor purchased a crane for $120,000 with a useful life of 10 years and a residual value of $20,000. Calculate the depreciation expense for the first two years using all three methods. Discuss what method might suit a construction project best.
💡 Hint: Apply the formulas you've learned for each method.
Discuss the financial risks associated with using inaccurate depreciation methods in long-term construction projects.
💡 Hint: Think about the impact of long-term financial stability when depreciation is mismanaged.
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