In April 2014,Emma acquired a machine for $60,000 for use in her business.The machine is classified as 7-year property.Emma does not expense the asset under Sec.179. Emma's depreciation on the machine this year is
A)$30,000.
B)$60,000.
C)$6,428.
D)$8,574.

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The machine is 7-year property, and using the Modified Accelerated Cost Recovery System (MACRS) with the half-year convention, the depreciation rate for the first year is 14.29%. Therefore, $60,000 * 14.29% = $8,574.

In April 2014,Emma Acquired a Machine for $60,000 for Use