Under the Direct Write-Off Method of Uncollectible Accounts, the Effect

question 97

Multiple Choice

Under the direct write-off method of uncollectible accounts, the effect on the accounting equation of writing off a customer's account is

• A) an increase in assets and an increase in liabilities
• B) an increase in liabilities and a decrease in stockholders' equity (expense)
• C) a decrease in assets and a decrease in liabilities
• D) a decrease in assets and a decrease in stockholders' equity (expense)

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