Accounting 303 Paper

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Assignment Instructions

A large body of scholarly literature exists relating to the subject of choices of accounting methods. The choice of depreciation methods is an example of these accounting choices. The choice of depreciation method affects several ratios.

 

Required:

 

1. Explain which financial statement ratios are affected by the choice of depreciation methods, with specific attention to the effects of straight-line vs. accelerated depreciation on the ratios.

 

2. Comment on the effects on financial statement users of the issues discussed in part 1.

 

Writing Assignment

 

The writing assignment will demonstrate writing across the curriculum responding to the topic selected in a 500-700 words paper. Please name your assignment file as 'lastnamefirstinitial-ACCT 303", and submit by Sunday at 11:59 pm ET.

 

Your assignment will be evaluated according to the following Writing Assignment Grading Criteria:

Guidelines

Writing Assignment Grading Criteria

Content (60%)

·      Response demonstrates a clear understanding of the key elements of assignment questions.

·      Responses thoroughly cover the elements in a substantive manner.

·      Response demonstrates critical thinking and analysis.

·      Content is complete and accurate.

·      Introduction and conclusion provides adequate information on the given topic.

Organization (20%)

·      Paper structure is clear and easy to follow.

·      Ideas flow in a logical sequence.

·      Introduction provides a sound introduction to the topic and previews major points.

·      Paragraph transitions are logical and support the flow of thought throughout the paper.

·      The conclusion thoroughly reviews the major points.

Writing Style, Grammar, APA Format (20%)

·      Sentences are well constructed, complete, clear, and concise.

·      Words used are specific and unambiguous.

·      The tone is appropriate to the content and assignment.

·      Grammar, spelling and punctuation are correct.

·      APA guidelines (6th edition) are followed, such as headers, citations, references, etc.

·      Effective use of aids, such as sections, summaries, table of contents, indices, and appendices (if appropriate)