Chapter 17, Problem 17.19E

An asset's book value is $15,000 on December 31, Year 5. The asset has been depreciated at an annual rate of $3,000 using the straight-line method. Assuming the asset is sold on December 31, Year 5 for $12,000, the company should record: A. A loss on sale of $2,000. B. Neither a gain nor a loss is recognized in this type of transaction. C. A gain on sale of $2,000. D. A gain on sale of $3,000. E. A loss on sale of $3,000.

Calculate the net income to be reported by the company at the end of this month.

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