Answer:
$38,446,000
Explanation:
Straight line method charges a fixed amount of depreciation for the period the asset is in used in the business
Depreciation expense = (Cost - Residual Value) ÷ Estimated useful life
therefore,
Depreciation expense = $2,454,000
Book Value = Cost - Accumulated Depreciation
therefore for first year,
Book Value = $40,900,000 - $2,454,000 = $38,446,000
Conclusion
The book value of this purchase (excluding all other Plant and Equipment) after its first year of use is $38,446,000
