Exactly 3 years ago, Sports Injury Analysis, Inc. paid $495,000 for a used 1998 GE 1.5T MRI for analyzing spinal and joint injuries caused by sports-related accidents. Depreciation is charged using the government-approved rates for tax pur- poses over a 4-year period. Annual rates are 33.33%, 44.45%, 14.81%, and 7.41%.
a. Develop the book value schedule for the 4 years.
b. If the MRI is sold now at the expected salvage of $150,000, compare this amount with the current book value.