An asset's book value is $18,000 on December 31, Year 5. The asset has been depreciated at an annual rate of $3,000 on the straight-line method. Assuming the asset is sold on December 31, Year 5 for $20,000, the company should record:

Select one:

a. A loss on sale of $13,000.

b. A gain on sale of $2,000.

c. A gain on sale of $13,000.

d. Neither a gain nor a loss is recognized on this transaction.