If the direct write-off method of accounting for uncollectible receivables is used, what general ledger account is debited to write off a customer's account as uncollectible? A. Uncollectible Accounts ReceivableB. Accounts ReceivableC. Allowance for Doubtful AccountsD. Bad Debts Expense

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If the direct write-off method of accounting for uncollectible receivables is used, what general ledger account is debited to write off a customer's account as uncollectible? A. Uncollectible Accounts ReceivableB. Accounts ReceivableC. Allowance for Doubtful AccountsD. Bad Debts Expense

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Reese Irwin · Answer 1

D. Bad Debts Expense

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In the direct write-off method there isn't an intermediate account as in the other method, the allowance method, the entry debit direct to the Bad Debts Expense account and entry a credit in the Accounts Receivable.