Entry to write off uncollectible accounts, allowance method
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Under the allowance method of recognizing uncollectible accounts, the entry to write off an uncollectible account:
A) increases the allowance for uncollectible accounts.
B) has no effect on the allowance for uncollectible accounts
C) has no effect on net income
D) decreases net income
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First, the entry to write off a customer account is:
Debit allowance for uncollectible accounts
Credit accounts receivable
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