Accounting 0452 · IGCSE · Accounting for depreciation and disposal of non-current assets

Accounting for depreciation and disposal of non-current assets — practice question

At the start of the year, on 1 January, Zac spent $420 on repairing equipment. He recorded this figure in the equipment account. By the close of the year, on 31 December, depreciation at 20% per annum was applied to the balance in the equipment account, using the straight-line method. What was the total impact on the carrying value of the equipment on 31 December?

  • A$84 understated
  • B$336 overstated
  • C$420 overstated
  • D$504 understated

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