Problem -
Depreciation Methods - There three methods of depreciation calculation.
Straight-line Method - Depreciation expense = (Cost - Salvage value) x (1/ Useful life) x (# of months/12)
Double-declining Balance Method - Depreciation expense = Beginning book value x (1/Useful life x 200%)
Usage-based Method - Depreciation expense = (Cost - Salvage value) x (Units incurred during the current period / Total units expected from the asset)
Question -
On July 1, 20×1, Company Q purchased a building at $1,200,000. Buildings are depreciated using the straight-line depreciation method. Useful life of the building is 40 years. Salvage value of the building at the end of useful life is estimated as $120,000.
What is the amount of depreciation expense for 20×1?
What is the book value of the building at December 31, 20×1?