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Transcribed Image Text:In January 2021, Blossom Corporation purchased a patent for a new consumer product for $558900. At the time of purchase, the
patent was valid for fifteen years. Due to the competitive nature of the product, however, the patent was estimated to have a useful
life of only ten years. In 2026 the product was determined to be obsolete due to a competitor's new product. What amount should
Blossom report on the income statement during 2026 related to the patent, assuming straight-line amortization is recorded at the
company's December 31 year-end?
$35890
O $279450
O $578900
O $179450
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