Is a deduction allowed under the MACRS rules for depreciable real estate (used in a business or held for investment) in the year the property is sold? If so, explain how it is calculated.O A. Yes, a deduction is allowed under the MACRS rules for depreciable real estate in the year the property is sold. It is assumed that the asset is held for the entire year. The amount of depreciation is computed by taking 100% of the annual depreciation.O B. No, there is no deduction allowed under the MACRS rules for depreciable real estate in the year the property is sold.O C.O D.Yes, a is deduction allowed under the MACRS rules for depreciable real estate in the year the property is sold. It is assumed that the asset is held for half the year. The amount of depreciation is computed by taking 6/12's of the annual depreciation.Yes, depreciation for real estate is computed using tables that follow the mid-month convention, so depreciation is allowed in the year of sale. The amount of depreciation is computed by taking one-half month for the month the asset is sold plus the number of full monthsheld prior to the month of sale, divided by 12 months.

The correct answer is: (D) Yes. depreciation for real estate is computed using tables that follow…

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Is a deduction allowed under the MACRS rules for depreciable real estate (used in a business or held for investment) in the year the property is sold? If so, explain how it is calculated.

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING

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Chapter1: Financial Statements And Business Decisions

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