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Capitalizing a Major Asset Overhaul

Recording a significant repair that extends the life of a machine by several years.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Machinery & EquipmentAsset (+)4,000.00-
Cash in BankAsset (-)-4,000.00

💡 Accountant's Note

Regular maintenance (oil changes) is expensed. But a major engine replacement that makes the machine last 5 years longer is 'Capitalized'—added to the asset value.

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