Ichor Co. reported equipment with an original cost of $379,000 and $344,000 and accumulated depreciation of $153,000 and $128,000, respectively, in its comparative financial statements for the years ended December 31, Year 2 and Year 1. During Year 2, Ichor purchased equipment costing $50,000 and sold equipment with a carrying amount of $9,000. What amount should Ichor report as depreciation expense for Year 2?

The CPA Financial Accounting and Reporting (FAR) section covers US GAAP, IFRS, and governmental accounting, focusing on financial statement preparation, balance sheet accounts, and complex transactions.

Key concepts include revenue recognition (ASC 606), leases (ASC 842), business combinations, bonds, inventory, and governmental accounting, with a 50/50 mix of MCQs and simulations.