When Using the Percentage of Receivables Basis of Estimating Bad

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When using the percentage of receivables basis of estimating bad debts, the amount of the bad debt adjusting entry will impact statement of financial position accounts only.

Implement the percent of sales method to estimate bad debts expense.

Calculate the maturity value of notes receivable and account for the interest revenue.

Understand the principles of accounts receivable and the allowance method.

Calculate bad debts expense using the percent of receivables method.

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Definitions:

Percent

A term used to describe one hundredth of a whole; a way to express fractions, amounts, or changes in quantities in terms of hundredths.

Reserve Requirement

A regulation that sets the minimum amount of reserves a bank must hold against deposits, used as a tool to control banking stability and money supply.

Deposits

Money placed into a financial institution for safekeeping, which can earn interest over time.

Loans

Funds borrowed that are expected to be paid back with interest.