Define Coding and Explain How It Is Performed

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Essay

Define coding and explain how it is performed.

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Definitions:

Journal Entry

A record in the books of accounts that shows a business transaction and its effect on the company's finances.

Percent of Receivables Method

An accounting method used to estimate the amount of accounts receivable that will not be collected by calculating a percentage of receivables deemed uncollectible.

Uncollectible Accounts Receivable

Accounts from customers that are considered unrecoverable, leading to a write-off as a bad debt expense.

Allowance

A reduction from the gross amount of an asset or liability, created to account for potential future adjustments such as doubtful debts or returns.