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January 2, 2018, Cullumber, Inc. purchased a patent for a new consumer product for $810000. At the time of purchase, the patent was valid for 15 years; however, the patent’s useful life was estimated to be only 10 years due to the competitive nature of the product. On December 31, 2021, the product was permanently withdrawn from the market under governmental order because of a potential health hazard in the product. What amount should Cullumber charge against income during 2021, assuming amortization is recorded at the end of each year?

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Answer:

Cullumber, Inc.

The amount that Cullumber should charge against income during 2021 is:

= $567,000.

Explanation:

a) Data and Calculations:

Cost of a purchased patent = $810,000

Estimated useful life = 10 years

Annual amortization expense = $81,000

Accumulated amortization for 3 years = $243,000 ($81,000 * 3)

Book value of patent on December 31, 2021 = $567,000 ($810,000 - $243,000)

The remaining book value should be charged against income in 2021 because of the withdrawal of the product.

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