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Question
The cost of a machine depreciated by Rs 2592 during the third year and by Rs 2332.80 during the fourth year. Calculate :
The rate of depreciation.
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Solution
Difference in the depreciation =Rs (2,592 - 2,332.80)
=Rs 259.20
Rate of depreciation = `259.20/2592 xx 100 = 10 %`
Rate of depreciation = 10%
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