Answer :
Answer:
a. $2,910
b. $2,910
c. $2,210 loss
Explanation:
Note: See the attached excel file to see how the depreciation is calculated.
Since the useful life is 10, the normal depreciation rate is 10%. Therefore, 200% double declining depreciation rate implies 20% rate to be used (i.e. 10% * 200% = 20%).
a. What will the depreciation charge be in year ten?
Since the salvage value at year ten is zero, the depreciation charge in year 10 is $2,910.
b. What is the book value at the end of year nine?
The book value at the end of year nine = $2,910.
c. What is the gain (or loss) on the disposal of the device if it is sold for $700 after nine years
Loss = Sales proceed - book value at the end of year nine = $700 - $2,910 = 2,210 loss