Hunt Company from time to time embarks on a research program when a special project seems to offer possibilities. In 2019 the company expends $183,000 on a research project, but by the end of 2019 it is impossible to determine whether any benefit will be derived from it.

A. What account should be charged for the $183,000, and how should it be shown in the financial statements?

B. Additional engineering and consulting costs incurred in 2021 required to advance the design of a product to the manufacturing stage total $82,000. These costs enhance the design of the product considerably. Discuss the proper accounting treatment for this cost.