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Depreciation — Syllabus

ICSE · Class 11 · Accountancy

What Depreciation covers in ICSE Class 11 Accountancy: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the ICSE Class 11 Accountancy syllabus.

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4 Topics · ICSE Class 11 Accountancy · 2026-27

Topics in Depreciation

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1. Meaning, Nature, and Characteristics of Depreciation

  • Depreciation is the gradual and permanent decrease in the value of an asset from any cause.
  • It is a permanent decline in the nature of an asset.
  • It applies to tangible fixed assets except land.
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2. Causes of Depreciation

  • Wear and tear due to constant use is a main cause of depreciation.
  • Assets like lease, copyright, and patent lose value due to expiry of fixed legal life.
  • Obsolescence is loss of usefulness due to improved production methods or new inventions.
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3. Need or Objectives of Providing Depreciation

  • It helps ascertain true profits because depreciation is an expense like wages, salary, and rent.
  • It gives a true and fair view of financial position in the balance sheet.
  • Depreciation amounts retained in business help create funds for replacement of assets.
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4. Factors Affecting the Amount of Depreciation

  • Cost of asset includes invoice price less trade discount plus all expenses up to installation.
  • Scrap value is the residual, break up, or salvage value expected at the end of useful life.
  • Effective, commercial, or legal life, whichever is shorter, is used for depreciation.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Depreciation in Accountancy

Meaning of depreciationDefinitions of depreciationCharacteristics of depreciationCauses of depreciationNeed or objectives of providing depreciationSimilar termsFactors affecting amount of depreciationMethods of charging depreciation

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What are the important topics in Depreciation for ICSE Class 11 Accountancy?
Key topics in Depreciation include Meaning, Nature, and Characteristics of Depreciation, Causes of Depreciation, Need or Objectives of Providing Depreciation, Factors Affecting the Amount of Depreciation. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 11 exams.
How should I revise Depreciation for Class 11 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 63 practice questions on Depreciation. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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