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The two methods of accounting for uncollectible receivables are the O direct method and the indQuestionThe two methods of accounting for uncollectible receivables are the O direct method and the indirect method O percent of sales method and the analysis of receivables method cash method and the accrual method O allowance method and the direct write-off methodAnswer & ExplanationThe two methods of accounting for uncollectible receivables are the allowance method and the direct write-off method.Explanation:1.Allowance Method:oThis method involves estimating uncollectible accounts at the end of each period.oA company will create an allowance for doubtful accounts, which is a contra-asset account that reduces the total accounts receivable to reflect only those amounts expected to be collected.oThe estimation can be based on historical data, industry averages, or other relevant factors.oThis approach adheres to the matching principle by recognizing bad debt expense in the same perio

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The two methods of accounting for uncollectible receivables are the O direct

method and the indirect method O percent of sales method and the analysis of

receivables method cash method and the accrual method O allowance method

and the direct write-off method




Answer & Explanation


The two methods of accounting for uncollectible receivables are the allowance

method and the direct write-off method.


Explanation:


1. Allowance Method:


o This method involves estimating uncollectible accounts at the end

of each period.


o A company will create an allowance for doubtful accounts, which

is a contra-asset account that reduces the total accounts receivable

to reflect only those amounts expected to be collected.

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