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6 November, 04:18

ELO Corporation purchased a patent for $135,000 on September 1, 2019. It had a useful life of 10 years. On January 1, 2021, ELO spent $33,000 to successfully defend the patent in a lawsuit. ELO feels that as of that date, the remaining useful life is 5 years. What amount should be reported for patent amortization expense for 2021

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  1. 6 November, 04:38
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    Answer: $30,000

    Explanation:

    Amortization from September 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021:

    September 1, - december 31 = 4/12 = 0.333333

    (1 + 0.333333) * (135000 * 10) = $18,000

    Value left before patent defense:

    $ (135,000 - 18,000) = $117,000

    Amount reported for patent amortization expense 2021:

    $ (117,000 + 33,000) : 5

    $150,000 : 5 = $30,000
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