Answer:
$62,784
Explanation:
With MACRS depreciation , annual depreciation amount is calculated by multiplying each year' s rate by the original cost of the equipment.
Write down depreciation schedule as follows;
Year Depreciation Book value
Yr 1 0.2* 218000= 43600 218000 - 43600 = 174400
Yr2 0.32* 218000 = 69760 174400 - 69760 =104640
Yr3 0.192* 218000 = 41856 104640 - 41856= 62784
Therefore, at the end of 3 years, the book value of the equipment will be $62,784