In a new business during the year ended 31 December 20x3 the following debts are found to be irrecoverable, and are written-off on the dates shown: 31 May S.Gill & Son $600 30 September H. Black Ltd $400 30 November A. Thom $200 On 31 December 20x3 the schedule of remaining trade receivables totalling $15000 is examined and it is decided to make an allowance for doubtful debts of $500.00 Required:

In a new business during the year ended 31 December 20x3 the following debts are found to be irrecoverable, and are written-off on the dates shown: 31 May S.Gill & Son $600 30 September H. Black Ltd $400 30 November A. Thom $200 On 31 December 20x3 the schedule of remaining trade receivables totalling $15000 is examined and it is decided to make an allowance for doubtful debts of $500.00 Required:

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING

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Chapter1: Financial Statements And Business Decisions

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