Question

What would be the cost basis of a new machine with a purchase price of $109,000, with transportation costs of $12,000, installation costs of $5,000, and special acquisition fees of $6,000?

Answer 1

Answer:

$132,000

Explanation:

The purchase price of the new machine is $109,000

Transportstion cost is $12,000

Installation cost is $5000

Special acquisition fee is $6000

Therefore the cost basis can be calculated as follows

= $109,000 + 12,000 $5,000+ $6000

= $132,000

Hence the cost basis is $132,000