Company decides in January 2016 that they should change to units of activity for all new and existing factory equipment. The straight-line method was previously used.

For each of the situations described above, provide the information indicated below assuming it is December 2016.

1. Type of accounting change.

2. Manner of reporting the change under current generally accepted accounting principles including a discussion, where applicable, of how amounts are computed.

3. Effect of the change on the balance sheet and income statement.

4. Footnote disclosures that would be necessary.