Answer:
Depreciation for 6 months ending June 30, 2016 is $ 5,000 and the accounting entry to record the transaction is:
Depreciation Expense - Debit $ 5,000
Allowance for Depreciation - Credit $ 5,000
Explanation:
The depreciation charge for the year is calculated as follows:
Total cost of the equipment $ 55,000
Salvage Value $ 5,000
Net Depreciable value $ 50,000
Estimated Useful Life 5 years
Annual Depreciation expense(50000/5) $ 10,000
Depreciation for 6 months (10000/2) $ 5,000