For some of the fixed assets of a business, the balance in Accumulated Depreciation is equal to the cost of the asset. (a) Is it permissible torecord additional depreciation on the assets if they are still useful to the business? Explain. (b) When should an entry be made to remove thecost and the accumulated depreciation from the accounts?

For some of the fixed assets of a business, the balance in Accumulated Depreciation is equal to the cost of the asset. (a) Is it permissible torecord additional depreciation on the assets if they are still useful to the business? Explain. (b) When should an entry be made to remove thecost and the accumulated depreciation from the accounts?

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Chapter17: Property Transactions: § 1231 And Recapture Provisions

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