In a Healthy Population,the Left and Right Sides of Age-Sex

question 16

Multiple Choice

In a healthy population,the left and right sides of age-sex pyramids are symmetrical.Of the following,which is most likely to create an asymmetrical pyramid,i.e.,to affect the shape of one side differently than the other?

• A) war
• B) baby boom
• C) baby bust
• D) birth control
• E) plague

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Definitions:

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.

Allowance for Doubtful Accounts

Allowance for Doubtful Accounts is a contra-asset account that reflects the estimated amount of accounts receivable which may not be collectible.