When the Direct Write-Off Method of Recognizing Bad Debt Expense

question 70

Multiple Choice

When the direct write-off method of recognizing bad debt expense is used, the entry to write off a specific customer account would

• A) Increase net income
• B) Have no effect on net income
• C) Increase the accounts receivable balance and increase net income
• D) Decrease the accounts receivable balance and decrease net income

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