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on january 1, year 1, ballard company purchased a machine for $52,000. on january 1, year 2, the company spent $12,000 to improve its quality. the machine had a $4,000 salvage value and a 6-year life, which are unchanged. ballard uses the straight-line method. what is the book value of the machine on december 31, year 4?