Net realizable value of the accounts receivable


Problem 1: The LMN Co. uses the direct write-off method of  accounting for uncollectible accounts receivable.  The entry to write off an account that has been determined to be uncollectible would be as follows: ________.

a. debit Allowance for Doubtful Accounts; credit Accounts Receivable
b. debit Sales Returns and Allowance, credit Accounts Receivable
c. debit Uncollectible Accounts Expense; credit Allowance for Doubtful Accounts
d. debit Accounts Receivable, credit Uncollectible Accounts Expense
e. debit Uncollectible Accounts Expense; credit Accounts Receivable

Problem 2: After the accounts are adjusted and closed at the end of the fiscal year, Accounts Receivable has a balance of $450,000 and Allowance for Doubtful Accounts has a balance of $25,000.  What is the net realizable value of the accounts receivable?

  • $25,000
  • $425,000
  • $450,000
  • $455,000

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