FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
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Author: Libby
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### Question 8 of 33 

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Oriole Company uses the percentage of receivables method for recording bad debt expense. The accounts receivable balance is $603,000 and credit sales are $2,730,000. Management estimates that 4% of accounts receivable will be uncollectible. What adjusting entry will Oriole Company make to record bad debt expense if the Allowance for Doubtful Accounts has a $4,500 credit balance before adjustment?

- **Option 1:**
  - Bad Debt Expense: $24,120
  - Accounts Receivable: $24,120

- **Option 2:**
  - Bad Debt Expense: $19,620
  - Allowance for Doubtful Accounts: $19,620

- **Option 3:**
  - Bad Debt Expense: $19,620
  - Accounts Receivable: $19,620

This question involves calculating the appropriate adjustment for bad debt expense based on a percentage of receivables method, considering existing balances and estimated uncollectibles.
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Transcribed Image Text:### Question 8 of 33 **Current Attempt in Progress** Oriole Company uses the percentage of receivables method for recording bad debt expense. The accounts receivable balance is $603,000 and credit sales are $2,730,000. Management estimates that 4% of accounts receivable will be uncollectible. What adjusting entry will Oriole Company make to record bad debt expense if the Allowance for Doubtful Accounts has a $4,500 credit balance before adjustment? - **Option 1:** - Bad Debt Expense: $24,120 - Accounts Receivable: $24,120 - **Option 2:** - Bad Debt Expense: $19,620 - Allowance for Doubtful Accounts: $19,620 - **Option 3:** - Bad Debt Expense: $19,620 - Accounts Receivable: $19,620 This question involves calculating the appropriate adjustment for bad debt expense based on a percentage of receivables method, considering existing balances and estimated uncollectibles.
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