JAMB Principles of Accounts 1999 Question 13

Question 13

Depreciation

Asa Company bought a vehicle worth ₦20,000 and the vehicle is to be depreciated at 5%. Using the reducing balance method of depreciation, what would be the value of the asset after 3 years?

  1. A.₦19,000.00
  2. B.₦18,050.50
  3. C.₦17,147.50
  4. D.₦16,290.13.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (₦17,147.50)

Explanation

20 000 × 0.95 = 19 000; × 0.95 = 18 050; × 0.95 = ₦17 147.50.