State whether the following statements are True or False
- Depreciation is related to Depreciable Fixed Assets only.
- Depreciation is the result of fluctuations in the value of fixed assets.
- Depreciation is only a temporary decrease in the book value of the asset.
- Depreciation covers depletion, amortization, and obsolescence.
- In case of companies, it is compulsory to charge depreciation.
- When the rate of depreciation is given as 10% p.a. along with the date of acquisition, depreciation amount is computed for the entire accounting period.
- Depreciation is an amortized expenditure.
- The expressions – depreciation is to be charged at 20% and 20% p.a. denote then same thing.
- Historical cost of a depreciable asset affects the amount of depreciation.
- Estimated residual value of a depreciable asset affects the amount of depreciation.
- Straight Line Method is applied to have a uniform charge for depreciation and for repairs and maintenance together.
- The interest on the capital invested in the asset is taken into consideration under Straight Line Method.
- Under Straight Line Method, the book value of assets become zero or equal to its scrap value at the end of its useful life.
- The items of transaction relating to revenue nature are usually debited to respective assets account.
- Under Written Down Value Method of depreciation, the rate of depreciation remains constant, whereas the amount of depreciation goes on decreasing.
- WDV method takes into consideration the interest on capital invested in the asset.
- It takes a lengthy period to write as asset down to its break up value, under WDV method of depreciation.
- Depreciation is charged at a fixed percentage on the original cost in all subsequent years.
- The book value of the assets does not become zero under WDV method of depreciation.
- Change in the Method of depreciation is made from the next accounting period.
- Sinking Fund Method of depreciation provides a definite amount at a certain future for replacement of assets at the end of their useful life.
- Depreciation Fund will appear under the head “Reserves and Surplus” on the Liabilities side of the Balance Sheet.
- Depreciation Fund Investment Account shall appear on the Liabilities side of the Balance Sheet.
- Depreciation is not provided in case of loss in an accounting year.
- Providing depreciation in accounts reduces the amount of profits available for dividend distribution.