Haven Company Uses the Percentage of Receivables Method for Recording

question 133

Short Answer

Haven Company uses the percentage of receivables method for recording bad debt expense. The accounts receivable balance is $600,000 and credit sales are $2,700,000. Management estimates that 4% of accounts receivable will be uncollectible. What adjusting entry will Haven Company make to record bad debt expense if the Allowance for Doubtful Accounts has a $5,000 credit balance before adjustment?

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