When an Account Becomes Uncollectible and Must Be Written Off

question 26

Multiple Choice

When an account becomes uncollectible and must be written off

• A) Allowance for Doubtful Accounts should be credited.
• B) Accounts Receivable should be credited.
• C) Bad Debt Expense should be credited.
• D) Sales Revenue should be debited.

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Definitions:

Capital Budgeting

The process by which a business evaluates and selects long-term investments that are expected to yield returns that exceed the costs of financing.

Discount Rate

The interest rate used in discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis to determine the present value of future cash flows, reflecting the time value of money and investment risk.

Option to Abandon

A strategic financial decision allowing a company to cease an investment or project, thereby limiting its losses.

Initial Cost

The initial expenditure required to acquire an asset or start a project, including the purchase price and setup costs.