Asked by Carlos Orellana on May 20, 2024

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Daniel Corporation's end-of-period spreadsheet at the end of July has $4,950 in the Balance Sheet Credit column for Accumulated Depreciation. The end-of-period spreadsheet at the end of August has $7,600 in the Balance Sheet Credit column for Accumulated Depreciation. What is the amount of the depreciation expense adjustment for the month of August?

A) $12,550
B) $7,600
C) $4,950
D) $2,650

Depreciation Expense

is the charged amount for a particular period for the reduction in value of tangible assets due to usage and passage of time.

Accumulated Depreciation

The total amount of depreciation expense that has been recorded for an asset since it was put into use, representing the wear and tear on the asset over time.

Balance Sheet Credit

Refers to any credit entry recorded in the balance sheet, indicating an increase in liabilities or equity or a decrease in assets.

  • Investigate the influence of alterations in the end-of-period spreadsheet on financial disclosures.
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Conley PetermeierMay 22, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The increase in the Accumulated Depreciation account, from $4,950 to $7,600, represents the depreciation expense for the month of August. Therefore, the depreciation expense adjustment for August is ($7,600 - $4,950) = $2,650. Option D is the correct answer.