Need help with this question On December 31, Strike Company hasdecided to sell one of its batting cages. Theinitial cost of the equipment was $215,000 withaccumulated depreciation of $185,000.Depreciation has been taken up to the end ofthe year. The company found a company thatis willing to buy the equipment for $55,000.What is the amount of the gain or loss on thistransaction?

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