Blackwell Manufacturing Uses the Accrual Method and Reports on a Calendar

question 102

Essay

Blackwell Manufacturing uses the accrual method and reports on a calendar year. This year, a customer was injured when visiting the Blackwell factory. The customer sued the company for $500,000, and the case is still being litigated. However, Blackwell's attorney expects that the company will pay at least $250,000 to settle the claim. What amount, if any, can Blackwell deduct for the expected claim settlement this year?

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