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27.A company writes off as uncollectible an account receivable from a bankrupt customer. The company has an adequate amount in its Allowance for Uncollectible Accounts. What would be the effect of this transaction in the company's financial statements?
a. Operating expenses for the period will increase.
b. Total current assets will decrease.
c. Net profit for the period will not be affected.
d. Net profit for the period will decrease.
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