On December 31, 2023, a company sells equipment that originally cost $150,000 for $55,000. At the time of sale, the accumulated depreciation recorded on the equipment (including current year depreciation) is $95,000. What amount of gain or loss should the company recognize on the sale? Options: A) $45,000 loss B) $55,000 gain C) $0 (no gain or loss) D) $20,000 loss

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On December 31, 2023, a company sells equipment that originally cost
$150,000 for $55,000. At the time of sale, the accumulated depreciation
recorded on the equipment (including current year depreciation) is $95,000.
What amount of gain or loss should the company recognize on the sale?
Options:
A) $45,000 loss
B) $55,000 gain
C) $0 (no gain or loss)
D) $20,000 loss
Transcribed Image Text:On December 31, 2023, a company sells equipment that originally cost $150,000 for $55,000. At the time of sale, the accumulated depreciation recorded on the equipment (including current year depreciation) is $95,000. What amount of gain or loss should the company recognize on the sale? Options: A) $45,000 loss B) $55,000 gain C) $0 (no gain or loss) D) $20,000 loss
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