1. There are 3 different life (recovery period) values associated with a depreciable asset. Identify each by name and explain how it is correctly used.
2. Butler Buildings purchased semiautomated as- sembly and riveting robotics equipment for con- structing its modular warehouse buildings. The first cost was $475,000 and installation costs were $75,000; life is estimated at 10 years with a sal- vage of 15% of first cost. Use the SL method to determine (a) annual recovery rate, (b) annual depreciation, (c) book value after 5 years, and (d ) book value after 10 years.