alleryStart learning →How does depreciation expense affect the reported net income?
AIt reduces net income
BIt increases net income
CIt has no effect on it
DIt doubles net income
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. It reduces net income
Depreciation is an expense charged to the profit and loss account, so reported income is lower.
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