Problem: Assume the book value, V, in dollars, of a boat t years after January 1, 2002 is given by the linear equation V = 50, 000 - 4, 000t. The expected useful life of the boat is 7 years. Describe your answer and give examples.
Required: (a) Sketch the graph of this linear equation.
(b) What is the annual deduction for depreciation?
(c) Find the salvage value of the boat (defined to be its value after its expected life).
(d) Find when the book value of the boat will be $27,000.