BCD owns an item of plant which cost $20,000 and at the time of purchase was assessed to have a useful economic life of 8 years and a residual value of $2,000

The carrying amount of the plant at 1 January 20X8 is $11,000. On that date BCD's directors estimate that the plant's remaining useful life is now 6 years The residual value remains unchanged at $2,000

What is the depreciation charge for this plant for the year ended 31 December 20X8?

Give your answer to the nearest $.