SLN function
Returns the straight-line depreciation of an asset for one period
Syntax
SLN(cost, salvage, life)Square brackets indicate optional arguments.
Arguments
| Argument | Required | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| cost | Yes | The initial cost of the asset.300000 |
| salvage | Yes | The value at the end of the depreciation (sometimes called the salvage value of the asset).75000 |
| life | Yes | The number of periods over which the asset is depreciated (sometimes called the useful life of the asset).10 |
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