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In Times When There Is a Work Shortage, What Alternatives

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In times when there is a work shortage, what alternatives to layoff are available for employers to consider? In your answer, indicate why an employer might consider alternatives to layoff and identify and describe three alternatives.


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Outstanding Accounts Receivable

The amount of money owed to a company by its customers for goods or services delivered but not yet paid for.

Allowance for Doubtful Accounts

A contra-asset account used to estimate the portion of accounts receivable that is expected to become uncollectible.

Percent of Sales Method

A forecasting technique used in financial planning to estimate certain balance sheet and income statement accounts based on projected sales growth.

Bad Debts

Amounts owed to a company that are not expected to be received, often due to customers being unable to pay.

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