A Method of Accounting for Uncollectible Receivables in Which the Company

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A method of accounting for uncollectible receivables in which the company estimates bad debts expense instead of waiting to see which customers the company will not collect from is known as the allowance method.

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Definitions:

Bankruptcy Petition

A formal request filed to the court by an individual or business entity seeking relief from unmanageable debts through bankruptcy proceedings.

Cash Receipts

The total amount of money, including cash, checks, and electronic transfers, received by a business during a given period for goods or services sold.

Fresh Start

A principle allowing entities undergoing bankruptcy to revalue their assets and liabilities, providing an opportunity to reset their financial position.

Goodwill

An intangible asset representing the value of a business's brand, customer relationships, and intellectual property beyond tangible assets.