Which of the Following Is Not One of the Major

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not one of the major elements present in the human body?

• A) Oxygen
• B) Zinc
• C) Carbon
• D) Potassium

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Definitions:

Allowance for Doubtful Accounts

A contra-asset account that reduces the total receivables balance to reflect accounts that may not be collectible.

Analysis of Receivables Method

An accounting method used to estimate the amount of receivables that will not be collected based on historical data and trends.

Direct Write-off Method

An accounting practice where uncollectible accounts receivable are written off to expense only when they are determined to be non-recoverable.

Adjustment

An entry made in accounting records at the end of an accounting period to allocate income and expenditure to the appropriate period.