Straight-Line Depreciation

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Declining-Balance Method
Declining-Balance Method Accelerated Depreciation Double-Declining-Balance Straight-Line Depreciation Asset Depreciation Accounting Methods Financial Reporting
A method of accelerated depreciation where a percentage rate of depreciation is applied to the undepreciated balance, rather than the original cost. It is commonly used to depreciate assets that lose value quickly early in their useful lives.
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Depreciation Methods
Depreciation Accounting Financial Reporting Fixed Assets Straight-Line Depreciation Declining-Balance Method Sum-of-the-Years'-Digits Units of Production
Depreciation methods are accounting techniques used to allocate the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life systematically. These methods are essential for properly matching expenses with revenues.
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