Question 9 (Homework 6)

On July 1, 2016, Alpha Company negotiated the purchase of a new piece of equipment with the seller Zulu Company. The equipment was list for $200,000. Smooth talking Alpha was able to negotiate the purchase price and acquired the equipment at $180,000. Alpha Company completed the purchase transaction on July 1. Additionally, Alpha was entitled to a 1% discount if it paid for the equipment within 10 days. After completing the purchase, Bravo Company, third party, offered Alpha, $185,000 for this equipment. What amount should Alpha Company record the equipment purchase at if payment is made by July 11?