Machinery purchased for $68,400 by Bramble Co. in 2021 was originally estimated to have a life of 8 years with a salvage value of $4,560 at the end of that time. Depreciation has been entered for 5 years on this basis. In 2026, it is determined that the total estimated life should be 10 years with a salvage value of $5,130 at the end of that time. Assume straight-line depreciation. Prepare the entry to correct the prior years' depreciation, if necessary.
Machinery purchased for $68,400 by Bramble Co. in 2021 was originally estimated to have a life of 8 years with a salvage value of $4,560 at the end of that time. Depreciation has been entered for 5 years on this basis. In 2026, it is determined that the total estimated life should be 10 years with a salvage value of $5,130 at the end of that time. Assume straight-line depreciation. Prepare the entry to correct the prior years' depreciation, if necessary.
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Machinery purchased for $68,400 by Bramble Co. in 2021 was originally estimated to have a life of 8 years with a salvage value of $4,560 at the end of that time.
Prepare the entry to correct the prior years' depreciation, if necessary.
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