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Transcribed Image Text:Bren Company purchased a patent for USD 36,000. The patent
is expected to have a finite life of 10 years even though its
legal life is 17 years. The amortization for the first year is:
a. USD 36,000.
b. USD 3,600.
c. USD 2,118.
d. USD 3,240.
e. None of the above.
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