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What is the formula for calculating annual depreciation expense using the straight-line depreciation method?
What is the formula for calculating annual depreciation expense using the straight-line depreciation method?
- Cost of Asset / Useful Life of Asset
- (Cost of Asset - Residual Value) / Useful Life of Asset (correct)
- Net Book Value at Start of Year x Depreciation Rate
- Residual Value - Cost of Asset / Useful Life of Asset
Based on a £10,000 asset with a £2,000 residual value and a 5-year useful life, what is the annual depreciation expense using the straight-line method?
Based on a £10,000 asset with a £2,000 residual value and a 5-year useful life, what is the annual depreciation expense using the straight-line method?
- £2,000
- £1,000
- £1,600 (correct)
- £1,200
What differentiates the reducing-balance depreciation method from the straight-line method?
What differentiates the reducing-balance depreciation method from the straight-line method?
- It considers the residual value at the start.
- It applies a fixed percentage to the net book value each year. (correct)
- It results in the same depreciation amount each year.
- It uses the original cost of the asset each year.
If an asset starts with a net book value of £10,000 and has a depreciation rate of 20%, what will be its net book value after the first year?
If an asset starts with a net book value of £10,000 and has a depreciation rate of 20%, what will be its net book value after the first year?
In the reducing-balance method, how does depreciation expense change over the years?
In the reducing-balance method, how does depreciation expense change over the years?
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Straight-line Depreciation
Straight-line Depreciation
A method that evenly spreads the cost of an asset over its useful life.
Annual Depreciation Expense
Annual Depreciation Expense
The amount of depreciation recorded each year for an asset.
Reducing-balance depreciation
Reducing-balance depreciation
Depreciation calculated as a fixed percentage of an asset's Net Book Value each year.
Net Book Value
Net Book Value
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Depreciation Rate
Depreciation Rate
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Study Notes
Depreciation Methods in BTEC Business
- Two common methods for calculating depreciation are straight-line and reducing-balance.
Straight-Line Depreciation
- Simplest and most common method.
- Distributes asset cost evenly over its useful life.
- Formula: (Cost of Asset - Residual Value) / Useful Life
- Cost of Asset: Initial purchase price.
- Residual Value: Estimated value at end of useful life.
- Useful Life: Expected time the asset will be used.
- Example: An asset costing £10,000, with a £2,000 residual value and 5-year useful life, has annual depreciation of £1,600.
Reducing-Balance Depreciation
- Depreciation is a fixed percentage of the asset's net book value each year.
- Results in higher depreciation expenses in early years.
- Formula: Net Book Value at Start of Year × Depreciation Rate
- Net Book Value: Asset's value at start of year, after previous depreciation.
- Depreciation Rate: Fixed percentage set by the business.
- Example: An asset with a £10,000 net book value and a 20% depreciation rate has an annual depreciation of £2,000, reducing the net book value to £8,000 after the first year.
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Description
This quiz covers the different methods of calculating depreciation, focusing on straight-line and reducing-balance methods. It explores formulas, examples, and the implications of each method on financial reporting. Perfect for BTEC Business students looking to enhance their understanding of asset management.
