Question - ELO Corporation purchased a patent for $180,000 on September 1, 2010. It had a useful life of 10 years. On January 1, 2012, ELO spent $44,000 to successfully defend the patent in a lawsuit. ELO feels that as of that date, the remaining useful life is 5 years. What amount should be reported for patent amortization expense for 2012?
A) $37,600.
B) $41,200.
C) $40,000.
D) $31,200.