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Gonzo Co. owns a building in Georgia. The building's historical cost is $970,000, and $440,000 of accumulated depreciation has been recorded to date. During 2011, Gonzo incurred the following expenses related to the building.
Repainted the building $48,000
Major improvement to the plumbing 109,000
Replaced carpet in the plant's accounting offices 47,600
Added a 7,000 square foot lobby 234,600
Repaired a broken water main 155,800
1.) Which of the costs incurred by Gonzo Co. should be capitalized to the building account?
2.) What is the subsequent carrying amount of the building?
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1.) Which of the costs incurred by Gonzo Co. should be capitalized to the building account?
Major improvement to the plumbing 109,000
Added a 7,000 ft. lobby 234,600
The ...
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