At the beginning of 2003, Lowham s Guest Ranch constructed a new walk in freezer that had a useful life of 10 years. At the end of 10 years, the motor could be salvaged for $2,000. In addition to construction costs that totaled $10,000, the following costs were incurred:
|
Sales taxes on components. |
$1,250 |
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Delivery costs |
800 |
|
Installation of motor |
200 |
|
Painting of both interior and exterior of freezer |
100 |
1. What is the cost of the walk in freezer to Lowham s Guest Ranch?
2. Compute the amount of depreciation to be taken in the first year assuming Lowham s Guest Ranch uses the
a. Double declining balance method.
b. Sum of the years digits method.