Accounting rules require U.S.companies to depreciate research and development (R&D)expenditures using the straight-line method.

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Accounting rules do not require U.S. companies to depreciate research and development (R&D) expenditures using the straight-line method. R&D expenditures are expensed as incurred or capitalized if certain criteria are met. However, the straight-line method may be used to depreciate other assets such as property, plant, and equipment.

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