Mary's Gross Pay for the Week Is $1,000

question 28

Multiple Choice

Mary's gross pay for the week is $1,000.Mary's deduction for federal income tax is based on a rate of 20%.Mary has voluntary deductions of $150.Her yearly pay is under the limit for OASDI.What is the amount of FICA deducted from her pay?

• A) $59.80
• B) $76.50
• C) $65.00
• D) $153.00

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Definitions:

Bad Debts

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Balance Sheet Approach

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Allowance for Doubtful Accounts

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Uncollectible Accounts

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