The Following Information Is Available for Murphy Company: as a Result

question 94

Multiple Choice

The following information is available for Murphy Company: As a result of a review and aging of accounts receivable in early January 2015, it has been determined that an allowance for doubtful accounts of $11,000 is needed at December 31, 2014. What amount should Murphy record as "bad debt expense" for the year ended December 31, 2014?

• A) $9,000
• B) $11,000
• C) $13,000
• D) $27,000

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