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प्रश्न
Depreciation is to be calculated from the date when ______.
पर्याय
Asset is put to use
Purchase order is made
Asset is received at business premises
Invoice of assets is received
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उत्तर
Depreciation is to be calculated from the date when asset is put to use.
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