In the syllabus book Financial Management 1 by Kjell Gunnar Hoff and Morten Helbk, we find the section Corporate financial objectives. Quote from this section:

Economic theory normally assumes that companies' goal is to maximize profits, without the time perspective being specifically included. Since running a business normally takes place in a long-term time perspective, the companies will normally have to dispose of it on a daily basis so that they ensure long-term earnings. "

a) Give a brief assessment of the claim that the goal of running a business is "to maximize profits" Evas Budservice AS acquired a new van on 1 January 2018. The purchase price was NOK 875,000 incl. 25% VAT. The service life is estimated at four years, and a residual value of NOK 100,000 is assumed. The company uses straight-line depreciation. b) Set up a table that shows annual depreciation and book value at the beginning and end of each of the years using straight-line depreciation. c) Also set up a table that shows the same if one had used balance depreciation with a depreciation rate of 20%. d) Compare the year 2020. How much will the result in this year be affected by the choice of depreciation method