Answer:
$44,700
Explanation:
The cost of the truck according to IAS 16 under IFRS would only include any cost incurred in bringing the asset to as location or state where it becomes available for use.
Given cost items;
cash price = $42,000
Accident insurance = $2,900
Sales taxes = $2,700
Motor vehicle license = $100
Painting and lettering = $400
From all the cost items stated above, the cost of the truck
= $42,000 + $2,700
= $44,700
Other cost elements will be expensed.
