General Accounting Westbrook Industries purchased a property on June 1, 2024, with plansto build their new headquarters. The following costs were incurred:•Property purchase price: $120,000•••••Demolition of existing structure: $12,400Sale of salvaged materials from demolition: ($2,300)Legal fees for property purchase: $3,200Real estate commission: $6,000Survey costs: $1,800Landscaping and parking lot installation: $18,500Architectural plans for new building: $9,400

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