Answer:
The reported book value of the franchise will be $200000
Explanation:
An intangible asset is an asset that lacks a physical substance. The value of an intangible asset is amortized just as the value of a tangible/physical asset is depreciated.
The straight line amortization charges a constant amortization expense through out the expected useful life of the intangible asset.
The formula to calculate the straight line amortization per year is,
Amortization expense per year = Cost / Expected Useful life
Amortization expense per year = 300000 / 6 = $50000 per year
The book value of an asset is the value after deducting the accumulated depreciation/amortization from the cost.
Book value = cost - accumulated depreciation or amortization
Book value = 300000 - (50000 * 2) = $200000
