The Aging-Of-Receivables Method of Estimating Uncollectible Accounts Is

question 132

Multiple Choice

The aging-of-receivables method of estimating uncollectible accounts is:

• A)not an acceptable method of estimating bad debts.
• B)a balance sheet approach,since it focuses on accounts receivable.
• C)an income statement approach,since it focuses on the amount of expense to be reported on the income statement.
• D)is required to be used by all companies because it focuses on what should be the most relevant and faithful representation of accounts receivable on the balance sheet.

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Definitions:

Capital

Long-term assets or the money used to support long-term assets and projects. Long-term debt and equity on the balance sheet.

Profitability Index

A capital budgeting tool that measures the relationship between the present value of cash inflows and the initial investment, indicating the relative profitability of a project.

Cost of Capital

The rate of return a company must earn on its projects to maintain its market value and attract funding, often consisting of debt and equity costs.

Cash Flows

The aggregate sum of funds moving into and out of a company, particularly influencing its liquidity.