Which method do you think tracks the useful life cost on the van most closely? How does management determine what depreciation method to use? The method tracks the useful life cost of the van most closely. How does management determine what depreciation method to use? 1. Management should choose the depreciation method that charges the largest depreciation expense in the current year. 3. Management should choose a depreciation method that reflects the pattern in which the asset will be used. C. Management should choose the depreciation method that charges the smallest depreciation expense in the current year. D. Management should choose a depreciation method that gives them the largest potential for future growth