Chapter 4, Problem 29Q

Costs of $9,200 were incurred to acquire goods and make them ready for sale. The goods were shipped to the buyer (FOB shipping point) for a cost of $600. Additional necessary costs of $1,300 were incurred to acquire the goods. What is the buyer's total cost of merchandise inventory?

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An asset's book value is $19,000 on December 31, Year 5. The asset has been depreciated at an annual rate of $4,000 on the straight-line method. Assuming the asset is sold on December 31, Year 5 for $16,000, the company should record: a. A loss on sale of $3,000. b. Neither a gain nor a loss is recognized in this type of transaction. c. A gain on sale of $3,000. d. A gain on sale of $3,000. e. A loss on sale of $3,000.