SLN
Returns the straight-line depreciation of an asset for one period.
Syntax
expression.SLN(arg1, arg2, arg3);
expression - A variable that represents a ApiWorksheetFunction class.
Parameters
| Name | Required/Optional | Data type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| arg1 | Required | ApiRange | ApiName | number | The initial cost of the asset. | |
| arg2 | Required | ApiRange | ApiName | number | The salvage value of the asset at the end of its lifetime. | |
| arg3 | Required | ApiRange | ApiName | number | The number of periods over which the asset is being depreciated (sometimes called the useful life of the asset). |
Returns
number
Example
Calculate the straight-line depreciation of an asset for one period.
// The SLN function returns depreciation based on initial cost, salvage value, and asset life.
// Get the depreciation amount and place it in cell A1.
let worksheet = Api.GetActiveSheet();
let func = Api.WorksheetFunction;
worksheet.GetRange("A1").SetValue(func.SLN(3500, 500, 5));