alleryStart learning →Without certain ownership, a leased asset is depreciated over the
ALonger of term and life
BEconomic life only
CA fixed five years
DShorter of term and life
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Shorter of term and life
Without reasonable certainty of ownership the asset is fully depreciated over the lease term or useful life, whichever is shorter.
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