Peggy Is in the Business of Factoring Accounts Receivable

question 82

Multiple Choice

Peggy is in the business of factoring accounts receivable. Last year, she purchased a $30,000 account receivable for $25,000. This year, the account was settled for $25,000. How much loss can Peggy deduct and in which year?

• A) $5,000 for the current year.
• B) $5,000 for the prior year and $5,000 for the current year.
• C) $5,000 for the prior year.
• D) $10,000 for the current year.
• E) None of the above.

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Definitions:

Acceptance

In the context of contract law, the action of consenting to an offer's conditions, effectively establishing a legally enforceable contract.

Qualified Indorser

An individual or entity that endorses a negotiable instrument, adding conditions or limitations to the endorsement.

Unqualified Indorser

A term likely meant to refer to an unqualified endorsement, where an endorser does not limit their liability on a negotiable instrument.

Liability

The state of being legally responsible for something, especially in terms of debts or legal obligations.