The Amount of Uncollectible Accounts Expense Recognized in the 2013

question 103

Multiple Choice

The amount of uncollectible accounts expense recognized in the 2013 income statement will be:

• A)$1,450.
• B)$620.
• C)$1,491.
• D)$1,100.

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