In January 2020, Ford Co. purchased a patent from a research institution for $250,000. The patent was estimated to have a useful life of 15 years. In December 2021, Ford Co. defended the patent in legal proceedings and successfully retained rights of ownership of the patent. The estimated life of the patent did not change from its original estimate. Legal expenses were $20,000. Determine the carrying value of the patent on December 31, 2021.

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In January 2020, Ford Co. purchased a patent from a research
institution for $250,000. The patent was estimated to have a useful
life of 15 years. In December 2021, Ford Co. defended the patent
in legal proceedings and successfully retained rights of
ownership of the patent. The estimated life of the patent did not
change from its original estimate. Legal expenses were $20,000.
Determine the carrying value of the patent on December 31,
2021.
Transcribed Image Text:In January 2020, Ford Co. purchased a patent from a research institution for $250,000. The patent was estimated to have a useful life of 15 years. In December 2021, Ford Co. defended the patent in legal proceedings and successfully retained rights of ownership of the patent. The estimated life of the patent did not change from its original estimate. Legal expenses were $20,000. Determine the carrying value of the patent on December 31, 2021.
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