Question

The allowance method of estimating uncollectible accounts receivable based on an analysis of receivables shows that $839 of accounts receivable are uncollectible. Allowance for Doubtful Accounts has a debit balance of $198. The adjusting entry at the end of the year will include a credit to Allowance for Doubtful Accounts in the amount of ______.

Answer 1

$1,037

Step-by-step explanation:

Allowance for doubtful accounts is a contra asset account that must have a credit balance since it reduces the value of accounts receivable. In this case, since the account had a debit balance of $198, and the ending balance of the account should be $839, then we must credit = $839 + $198 = $1,037

The adjusting entry should be:

December 31, adjusting entry allowance for doubtful accounts

Dr Bad debt expense 1,037

Cr Allowance for doubtful accounts 1,037