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9 October, 11:27

The direct write-off method of accounting for bad debts uses an allowance account. uses a contra asset account. is the preferred method under generally accepted accounting principles. does not require estimates of bad debt losses.

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  1. 9 October, 11:50
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    The correct answer is letter "D": does not require estimates of bad debt losses.

    Explanation:

    There are mainly two approaches while recognizing bad debts (unpaid debts) : the allowance method and the direct write-off method. Using the allowance method the unpaid account receivable goes through a series of stages until it is recognized as a bad debt. There are no set criteria to do so. When the firm eventually recognizes and calculates the amount of a bad expense, it is recorded in an allowance account. The negative balance diminishes the company's revenue.

    The direct write-off method does not generate any allowance account. The account receivable is simply written-off after the company determines the debt as uncollectible. Thus, there is no need to estimate bad debt losses using this approach.
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