Question 36
DepreciationA motor vehicle bought for N16,000 was estimated to have a useful life span of 4 years and a scrap value of N2,000.
If the vehicle is sold for N6,000 at the end of third year, what is the profit or loss on sale?
- A.N1,000 profit
- B.N500 profit
- C.N500 loss
- D.N1,000 loss.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (N500 profit)
Explanation
Sale 6,000 − NBV 5,500 = N500 profit.