Under the Direct Write-Off Method of Accounting for Uncollectible Accounts

question 152

Multiple Choice

Under the direct write-off method of accounting for uncollectible accounts

• A) the allowance account is increased for the actual amount of bad debt at the time of write-off.
• B) a specific account receivable is decreased for the actual amount of bad debt at the time of write-off.
• C) balance sheet relationships are emphasized.
• D) bad debt expense is always recorded in the period in which the revenue was recorded.

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Definitions:

Financial Statements

Documents that provide an overview of a company's financial condition, including balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement.

Net Income

The total earnings of a company after all expenses and taxes have been deducted from total revenue, representing profitability.

Stockholders' Equity

This represents the ownership interest of shareholders in a corporation, calculated as total assets minus total liabilities.

Decrease Total Assets

A reduction in the overall value of a company's assets, which may result from expenses, losses, or distributions to owners.