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straight-line method of depreciation

DEFINITIONS OF: straight-line method of depreciation

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n (accounting) a method of calculating depreciation by taking an equal amount of the asset's cost as an expense for each year of the asset's useful life

Synonyms:
straight-line method
Type of:
depreciation, wear and tear
decrease in value of an asset due to obsolescence or use
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