Which of the following are applicable to sinking fund method of depreciation?
I. Periodic depreciation is smaller than the assets, actual annual depreciation cost.
II. Amount of interest constantly declines due to assets, reducing balances.
III. Annual net incidence on profit and loss account remains constant due to incorporation of only fixed depreciation.
IV. Periodic depreciation is recorded through the assets account.
Select the correct answer using the codes given:
Which of the following are applicable to sinking fund method of depreciation?
I. Periodic depreciation is smaller than the assets, actual annual depreciation cost.
II. Amount of interest constantly declines due to assets, reducing balances.
III. Annual net incidence on profit and loss account remains constant due to incorporation of only fixed depreciation.
IV. Periodic depreciation is recorded through the assets account.
Select the correct answer using the codes given:
The correct option is B I and III
Option B is the correct one.
Under this method, the amount of depreciation charged every year is transferred to the sinking fund account. This amount is then invested in Government securities. Also, the interest earned on these securities is reinvested. The amount of depreciation to be charged every year is calculated after considering the element of interest. The interest will be earned on the amount which is invested every year and will remain invested till the useful life of the asset.
Option B is the correct one.
Under this method, the amount of depreciation charged every year is transferred to the sinking fund account. This amount is then invested in Government securities. Also, the interest earned on these securities is reinvested. The amount of depreciation to be charged every year is calculated after considering the element of interest. The interest will be earned on the amount which is invested every year and will remain invested till the useful life of the asset.
