as part of the initial investment, ray blake contributes equipment that had originally cost $117,600 and on which accumulated depreciation of $88,200 has been recorded. if similar equipment would cost $144,500 to replace and the partners agree on a valuation of $38,000 for the contributed equipment, what amount should be debited to the equipment account? a.$38,000 b.$28,500 c.$144,500 d.$117,600