Which of the following statements relating to the composite rate depreciation approach are correct?
I. The general asset mix of a functional group of assets is assumed to be the same through new assets are added and old assets are sold.
II. Additions and retirements are assumed to occur uniformly throughout the year.
III. The method is often used by business entities with many similar assets in one class.
IV. Profits and losses on disposal of assets are debited/credited to the accumulated depreciation account so no losses or profits on disposal are recorded.

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The composite rate depreciation approach assumes a consistent asset mix (I), treats additions and retirements as happening uniformly throughout the year (II), is used by businesses with many similar assets (III), and handles profits and losses on disposal by adjusting the accumulated depreciation account, avoiding the recording of disposal profits or losses (IV).

Which of the Following Statements Relating to the Composite Rate