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On December 31 of last year, the
Sales on accounts $298,750
Sales returns and allowances, $18,250
Collections from customers, $287,500
Accounts written off as worthless, $4,000
1) Prepare T accounts for Accounts receivable and Allowance for uncollectible accounts. Enter the beginning balances and show the effects on these accounts of the items listed above. Determine the ending balance of each account.
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