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Vickie Bellevue
on Nov 18, 2024
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Of the two methods of accounting for uncollectible receivables, the allowance method provides in advance for uncollectible receivables.
Allowance Method
An accounting technique to estimate and account for bad debts, where anticipated uncollectible accounts receivable are predicted and recorded.
Uncollectible Receivables
Accounts receivable that cannot be collected from customers, often recognized as a bad debt expense.
- Assess the contrast between the direct write-off method and the allowance method for recording uncollectible receivables.
- Grasp the impact of different accounting methods on the financial statements and company's income.
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Learning Objectives
- Assess the contrast between the direct write-off method and the allowance method for recording uncollectible receivables.
- Grasp the impact of different accounting methods on the financial statements and company's income.
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