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Google managers must select depredation methods. Why does the use of the accelerated
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a. For reporting purposes, management prefers higher
profit; for tax purposes, lower taxable income is desired.
To meet these goals, firms often use different methods
of depreciation for tax and reporting purposes. Which
depreciation method is best for reporting and which for
tax purposes in the short run? Why?
Which of the following statements are true?
Select one or more:
a. MACRS must be used for book purposes if it is used for tax purposes.
b. Managers often prefer the straight-line method because it helps to smooth earnings.
c. Units of production method is not appropriate for natural resources.
d. Double-declining balance recognizes more depreciation expense early in an asset's life.
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Which of the following statements is false?
A
For tax purposes, companies can use the MACRS depreciation method.
B
When you change a depreciation estimate, such as salvage value, you need to make an adjustment to retained earnings.
C
If the expected future cash flow is less than the carrying amount, the asset is considered impaired.
D
If an impairment loss is recorded, depreciation must be recalculated since the book value changed.
The answer A is wrong
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