The First Step in the Preparation of the Cash-Flow Budget

question 58

True/False

The first step in the preparation of the cash-flow budget is the identification and timing of cash outflows.

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Definitions:

Bad Debt Expense

Represents the portion of receivables that a company estimates it will not be able to collect.

Allowance for Doubtful Accounts

A contra account that estimates the portion of accounts receivable which may not be collectible.

Uncollectible Accounts

Refers to debts owed to a company that it does not expect to be paid due to various reasons such as bankruptcy of the debtor.

Bad Debt Expense

An expense account that represents amounts deemed uncollectible from credit sales and highlights credit losses in financial statements.