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Chapter 5, Problem 5.20E
Compare the percentage-of-receivables method and the percentage-of-credit-sales method (LO5–9)
Refer to the information in E5–19, but now assume that the balance of the Allowance for Uncollectible Accounts on December 31, 2018, is $1,100 (debit) (before adjustment).
Required:
1. Record the adjustment for uncollectible accounts using the percentage-of-receivables method. Suzuki estimates 12% of receivables will not be collected.
2. Record the adjustment for uncollectible accounts using the percentage-of-credit-sales method. Suzuki estimates 3% of credit sales will not be collected.
3. Calculate the effect on net income (before taxes) and total assets in 2018 for each method.
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