Potomac LLC purchased an automobile for $31,200 on August 5, 2020. What is Potomac's depreciation deduction for 2020

Potomac LLC

Depreciation deduction for 2020 is:

$2,600.

Explanation:

a) Data and Calculations:

August 5, 2020, Purchase of an automobile for $31,200

Depreciation rate = 20% for year 1

Depreciation expense = $31,200 * 20% * 5/12 months

= $2,600

b) Automobiles attract 20% depreciation in the first year.  However, since Potomac LLC purchased the automobile on August 5, 2020, the depreciation expense of $6,240 ($31,200 * 20%) will be prorated for five months, giving an average of $520 per month.  This results to $2,600 ($520 * 5).

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