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When an asset is sold, the entries for the accumulated depreciation are; debit

When an asset is sold, the entries for the accumulated depreciation are; debit

  • A.
    assets disposal account; credit provision for depreciation account
  • B.
    provision for depreciation account; credit asset disposal account
  • C.
    fixed asset account; credit asset disposal account
  • D.
    asset disposal account; credit fixed asset account
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation

Debit cash for the amount received, debit all accumulated depreciation, debit the loss on sale of asset account, and credit the fixed asset.