FIFO produces a better matching of expenses and revenue when prices are rising.  US GAAP requires LIFO when prices are rising.  Accumulated depreciation is a liability account.  Net book value and fair value are interchangeable.  Land and land improvements are depreciated in the same way.

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  1. FIFO produces a better matching of expenses and revenue when prices are rising. 
  2. US GAAP requires LIFO when prices are rising. 
  3. Accumulated depreciation is a liability account. 
  4. Net book value and fair value are interchangeable. 
  5. Land and land improvements are depreciated in the same way. 
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