Answer:
Depreciation for 6 months ending June 30, 2016 is $ 5,000 and the accounting entry to record the transaction is:
Depreciation Expense  - Debit                    $ 5,000
Allowance for Depreciation  - Credit           $ 5,000  
Explanation:
The depreciation charge for the year is calculated as follows:
Total cost of the equipment                             $ 55,000
Salvage Value                                                    $  5,000
Net Depreciable value                                      $  50,000
Estimated Useful Life                                           5 years
Annual Depreciation expense(50000/5)         $ 10,000
Depreciation for 6 months (10000/2)               $ 5,000