When the Direct Write Off Method Is Used, the General

question 31

Multiple Choice

When the direct write off method is used, the general journal entry to write off bad debts is:

• A) DR Bad debts expense; CR Accounts receivable
• B) DR Accounts receivable; CR Bad debts expense
• C) DR Allowance for doubtful debts; CR Accounts receivable
• D) DR Accounts receivable; CR Allowance for doubtful debts

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