Question: Under the straight-line method, if an asset costs $10,000, has a salvage value of $1,000, and a useful life of 5 years, what is the annual depreciation expense?
Options:
Correct Answer: $2,000
Solution:
Annual Depreciation Expense = (Cost - Salvage Value) / Useful Life = ($10,000 - $1,000) / 5 = $1,800.