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

question 95

Multiple Choice

The following information is available for Murphy Company: As a result of a review and aging of accounts receivable in early January 2011, however, it has been determined that an allowance for doubtful accounts of $5,500 is needed at December 31, 2010.What amount should Murphy record as "bad debt expense" for the year ended December 31, 2010?

• A)$4,500
• B)$5,500
• C)$6,500
• D)$13,500

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