The aging of accounts receivable shows the following data: 0-60 days due: balance is $74,500 with a 3% estimated uncollectible Over 60 days past due: balance is $4,000 with a 24% estimated uncollectible The current balance of Allowance for Bad Debits is a $500 CR Using the aging of receivables method, what is the balance of Allowance for Bad Debt? $3,195 DR $3,195 CR $3,695 CR $2,695 CR

The aging of accounts receivable shows the following data: 0-60 days due: balance is $74,500 with a 3% estimated uncollectible Over 60 days past due: balance is $4,000 with a 24% estimated uncollectible The current balance of Allowance for Bad Debits is a $500 CR Using the aging of receivables method, what is the balance of Allowance for Bad Debt? $3,195 DR $3,195 CR $3,695 CR $2,695 CR

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Chapter8: Revenue Recognition, Receivables, And Advances From Customers

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