Answer:
$ 178,733
Explanation:
From January 2017 when the machinery was acquired till May 1 2021 when it disposed of, depreciation would have been charged for full years 2017,2018,2019 and 2020 while 2021 depreciation would only be for 4 months.
Annual depreciation=cost-salvage value/ useful life
annual depreciation=($905000-$52000)/5=$170,600
depreciation for 4 years=$170,600*4=$682,400
depreciation for 4 months=$170,600*4/12=$56,867
accumulated depreciation=$682,400+$56,867=$739,267
carrying value=cost-accumulated depreciation= $905000- $739,267 =$165,733
gain on disposal=cash proceeds-carrying value
$13000=cash proceeds-$165,733
cash proceeds=$165,733 +$13000=$ 178,733
