Concept introduction:
Fixed assets play a major in the contribution of revenue to the company and they are significant for the efficient and continuous operation of the day to the day business. Depreciation is the process in which the cost of the fixed assets other than land is allocated to expense over the useful life of the asset.
Requirement 1:
Prepare
Concept introduction:
Disposal of fixed assets:
Fixed assets are disposed by a company either voluntarily or involuntarily. Voluntary disposal occurs when the useful life of the asset is over or due to technological obsolescence. Involuntary disposal occurs due to damage from fire, theft or natural calamities.
Requirement 2:
To explain:
Prepare journal entry to record depreciation expense for 2019.
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