Fresh Dairy Company Uses the Allowance Method and Estimates Uncollectible

question 92

Multiple Choice

Fresh Dairy Company uses the allowance method and estimates uncollectible accounts based on a percent of sales. Net credit sales represent 75% of total sales. Total sales for 2019 were $840,000. Historically, 1/2 of 1% of net credit sales have been uncollectible. At December 31, 2019, the balance in allowance for doubtful accounts is a $120 credit. What is the balance in bad-debt expense after the adjusting entry is made?

• A)$3,030
• B)$4,200
• C)$3,150
• D)$3,270

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