The straight-line depreciation method:

A Charges more depreciation in early years

B Allocates an equal amount of depreciation expense each period

C Uses units of production

D Never results in a zero book value

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Straight-line: (Cost − Residual Value) / Useful Life = Equal annual depreciation expense.

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "The straight-line depreciation method:" is Option B: Allocates an equal amount of depreciation expense each period.

The other options — A) Charges more depreciation in early years, C) Uses units of production, D) Never results in a zero book value — are incorrect for this CPA Exam Prep question. As explained above: Straight-line: (Cost − Residual Value) / Useful Life = Equal annual depreciation expense.

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The straight-line depreciation method:

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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