Smart Art Is a New Establishment

question 69

Multiple Choice

Smart Art is a new establishment. During the first year, there were credit sales of $40,000 and collections of credit sales of $36,000. One account for $650 was written off. The company decided to use the aging-of-receivables method to account for bad debts expense, and estimated $500 as uncollectible at year end. Therefore, the ending balance in the Allowance for Bad Debts would be:

• A)$150.
• B)$800.
• C)$200.
• D)$500.

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Definitions:

Direct To Consumer

A business model where companies sell products directly to consumers, cutting out any intermediaries such as retailers or wholesalers.

Face-To-Face

Personal encounters or meetings involving direct eye contact and communication in the same space.

Industrial Distributor

A company that buys products directly from manufacturers and sells them to businesses or retail consumers.

Marketing Channel Functions

Activities involved in moving goods from producers to consumers, including distribution, promotion, and price setting.