The Following Information Is Related to December 31, 2013 Balances

question 30

Multiple Choice

The following information is related to December 31, 2013 balances. During 2014 sales on account were $580,000 and collections on account were $344,000. Also during 2014 the company wrote off $32,000 in uncollectible accounts. An analysis of outstanding receivable accounts at year end indicated that bad debts should be estimated at $216,000. Bad debt expense for 2014 is

• A) $ 68,000.
• B) $ 36,000.
• C) $216,000.
• D) $ 4,000.

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Definitions:

Gross Profit

The difference between revenue and the cost of goods sold, indicating the financial performance of a company's core business activities.

Beginning Inventory

The value of a company’s inventory at the start of an accounting period, crucial for calculating cost of goods sold during the period.

ASPE

Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises; a set of accounting practices, frameworks, and guidelines designed specifically for private companies in Canada.

Merchandise Return

Merchandise Return is the process by which a customer returns previously purchased goods back to the seller, typically due to issues like defects or dissatisfaction.