Answer:
a. a loss of $1,620 would be recorded
Explanation:
The straight line depreciation method charges a constant depreciation through out the estimated useful life of the asset.
Depreciation expense per year = (Cost - Residual value) / Estimated useful life of the asset
Depreciation expense = (43700 - 0) / 5 = $8740
Accumulated depreciation at 1 January 2018 = 8740 * 2 = 17480
Net Book value at 1 January 2018 = 43700 - 17480 = $26220
Gain/ (Loss) on sale = 24600 - 26220 = ($1620) or loss of $1620