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Bellington, Inc. is considering the purchase of new, sophisticated machinery for a special three-year project. The machinery requires a special lubricating oil that probably will never be used, but must be available at all times should the machine break down. Bellington purchases $2,000 of lubricating oil to keep on hand just in case it is needed. At the end of the three-year project, it is expected the lubricating oil can be sold back to the distributor for $2,000. Which of the following statements is MOST correct?