Nichols Company Uses the Percentage of Receivables Method for Recording

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Nichols Company uses the percentage of receivables method for recording bad debts expense. The accounts receivable balance is $200,000 and credit sales are $1,000,000. Management estimates that 4% of accounts receivable will be uncollectible. What adjusting entry will Nichols Company make if the Allowance for Doubtful Accounts has a credit balance of $2,000 before adjustment?

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