West Company purchased two machines for P1,000,000 each at the beginning of current year. The machines were put into use immediately. Machine A has a useful life of 5 years and can be used only in one research project. Machine B will be used for 2 years on a research and development project and then used by the production division for an additional 8 years. The straight line method of depreciation is used. What total amount should be recognized as research and development expense for the current year? a. 2,000,000 b. 1,500,000 c. 1,100,000. d. 300,000

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