When Using the Allowance Method for Bad Debts,how Should Bad

question 56

Multiple Choice

When using the allowance method for bad debts,how should bad debt expense be recorded?

• A)as an adjusting entry at the end of the accounting period.
• B)when a particular account is written off.
• C)whenever the allowance for doubtful accounts has a debit balance.
• D)whenever the allowance for doubtful accounts has a zero balance.

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