Question

Equipment with an estimated market value of $30,000 is offered for sale at $45,000. The equipment is acquired for $15,000 in cash and a note payable of $20,000 due in 30 days. The amount used in the buyer's accounting records to record this acquisition is

Answer 1

Answer:

$35,000

Explanation:

According to accounting standard  IFRS 16 Property, Plant and Equipment is initially recorded at its cost. Estimated market value and offer price will not be considered to record this transaction. Cost incurred for this equipment is as follow:

Cash payment = $15,000

Note payable = $20,000

Total Cost  = $15,000 + $20,000 = $35,000