Answer:
$8,000
Explanation:
Data provided in the question:
cost of machine = $33,000
Estimated residual value = $3,000
Estimated useful life = 3 years
Estimated useful life in terms of production = 60,000 units
Total units produced in year 1 = 16,000
Now,
Rate of annual depreciation with respect to units produced
= [ Cost - Salvage value ] ÷ Estimated useful life in terms of production
= [ $33,000 - $3,000 ] ÷ 60,000
= $0.5 per unit
Therefore,
Depreciation expense for the year 1
= Rate of annual depreciation × Total units produced in year 1
= $0.5 per unit × 16,000 units.
= $8,000
