Also referred to as book value or carrying value; the cost of a plant asset minus the accumulated depreciation since the asset was acquired. This net amount is not an indication of the asset’s fair market value. Also used in reference to bonds payable: the face amount in Bonds Payable plus Premium on Bonds Payable or minus Discount on Bonds Payable and minus the unamortized issue costs.
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