LBG Co. had a sheet metal cutter that cost $72,000 on January 5, 1999. This old cutter had an estimated life of ten years and a salvage value of $12,000. On April 3, 2004, the old cutter is exchanged for a similar cutter (a similar asset) with a market value of $36,000. LBG Co. also received $9,000 cash. Assume that the last fiscal period ended on December 31, 2003, and that straight line depreciation is used.
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LBG Co. had a sheet metal cutter that cost $72,000 on January 5, 1999. This old cutter had an estimated life of ten years and a salvage value of $12,000. On April 3, 2004, the old cutter is exchanged for a similar cutter (a similar asset) with a market value of $36,000. LBG Co. also received $9,000 cash. Assume that the last fiscal period ended on December 31, 2003, and that straight line depreciation is used.
What is the amount of the gain or loss that would be recognized? What entries would be necessary on April 3, 2004?

