A company buys a large truck for $176,000 that should last for 8 years. After 5 years, the company spends another $27,000 on this truck for the sole purpose of extending its life by 3 additional years. How is this $27,000 expenditure recorded?
A As a decrease to accumulated depreciation
B As an increase to the truck account
C As an increase to maintenance expense
D As an increase to repair expense
Answer-The correct option is B-As an increase to the truck amount.
Explanation:-
Assets repairs or purchase of parts which increase usefulness and efficiency of the asset can be capitalized.
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