Under the depletion allowance method in computing depreciation, the depletion charge is equal to either ______ whichever is smaller.

A)
Fixed percentage of gross income or the net taxable income
B)
Fixed percentage of gross income or 50% of the net taxable income
C)
50% of the fixed percentage of gross income or the net taxable income
D)
50% of the fixed percentage of gross income or 50% of the net taxable income

Correct Answer :   Fixed percentage of gross income or 50% of the net taxable income