Asked by Kelly Walter on Jul 04, 2024

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Devine Company sold a machine that originally cost $34,000 and accumulated depreciation of $27,000 and for $6,000.Devine had a/an

A) gain of $1,000.
B) extraordinary gain of $1,000.
C) loss of $1,000.
D) extraordinary loss of $1,000.

Accumulated Depreciation

The total depreciation for a fixed asset that has been charged to expense since the asset was acquired and put into use.

Salvage Value

The estimated residual value of an asset at the end of its useful life, often used in calculating depreciation expense.

  • Understand how to calculate the gain or loss on disposal of an asset and its impact on financial statements.
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Samantha HernandezJul 09, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Sales price $6,000 - book value ($34,000 - $27,000)= loss $1,000