Question

Journalize the following transactions, using the direct write-off method of accounting for uncollectible receivables:

Mar. 17 Received $275 from Shawn McNeely and wrote off the remainder owed of $1,000 as uncollectible.
Mar. 17 Reinstated the account of Shawn McNeely and received $1,000.

Answer 1

Mar. 17

Dr Cash $275

Dr Allowance for uncollectible accounts $1,000

Cr Accounts receivables $1,275

July 29

Dr Accounts receivables $1,000

Cr Bad Debts expense $1,000

Dr Cash $1,000

Cr Accounts receivables $1,000

Step-by-step explanation:

Preparation of the journal entries using the direct write-off method of accounting for uncollectible receivables

Mar. 17

Dr Cash $275

Dr Allowance for uncollectible accounts $1,000

Cr Accounts receivables $1,275

($275+$1,000)

July 29

Dr Accounts receivables $1,000

Cr Bad Debts expense $1,000

Dr Cash $1,000

Cr Accounts receivables $1,000