Under the Direct Write-Off Method,which of the Following Is Included

question 156

Multiple Choice

Under the direct write-off method,which of the following is included in the entry to write off an uncollectible account?

• A) a credit to the Allowance for Bad Debts
• B) a credit to the customer's Account Receivable
• C) a debit to Allowance for Uncollectible Accounts
• D) No entry is made to write off uncollectible accounts.

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Definitions:

Income From Operations

The earnings generated from a company's regular business activities, excluding any investment income or expenses unrelated to its core operations.

Service Department Expenses

Costs associated with the support departments of a company that do not directly contribute to the production of goods but are necessary for operations.

Activity Base

An activity base is a measure used in cost accounting to allocate overhead costs to products or services, based on activities such as machine hours or labor hours.

Work Orders

Instructions or orders issued for the completion of a job or task, typically including details such as materials, labor, and specifications.