18.6.1 - Journal Entries
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What is the first step when making a journal entry for depreciation?
💡 Hint: Think about how expenses are recorded.
What does crediting the Asset Account signify?
💡 Hint: Consider the asset's depreciation over its useful life.
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What is the first journal entry made when accounting for depreciation?
💡 Hint: Think about which account represents the expense incurred.
True or False: Provision for Depreciation is an optional entry.
💡 Hint: Consider long-term asset management needs.
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A corporation has a delivery truck that cost $50,000 with a residual value of $5,000 and a useful life of 10 years. Calculate the annual straight-line depreciation and illustrate the journal entry for the first year.
💡 Hint: Use the straight-line method formula to determine the depreciation expense.
Discuss how the choice between directly charging depreciation versus using a provision could impact cash flow management for a company.
💡 Hint: Consider how each method relates to future asset replacements.
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