In January, 2003, Findley Corporation Purchased a Patent for a New

In January, 2003, Findley Corporation purchased a patent for a new consumer product for $720,000. At the time of purchase, the patent was valid for fifteen years. Due to the competitive nature of the product, however, the patent was estimated to have a useful life of only ten years. During 2008, the product was permanently removed from the market under governmental order because of a potential health hazard present in the product. What amount should Findley charge to expense during 2008, assuming amortization is recorded at the end of each year?

A) $480,000
B) $360,000
C) $72,000
D) $48,000