Allowance Method
Journalize the following transactions, using the allowance method of accounting for uncollectible receivables.
Mar. 17: Received $2,260 from William Pruitt and wrote off the remainder owed of $5,110 as uncollectible. If an amount box does not require an entry, leave it blank.
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July 29: Reinstated the account of William Pruitt and received $5,110 cash in full payment.
Reinstate | |||
Collection | |||
Date |
Accounts Title & Explanation |
Debit |
Credit |
March 17 |
Cash |
$2260 |
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Allowance for Doubtful Accounts |
$5110 |
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Accounts Receivable |
$7370 |
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(For recording receipts and write off uncollectible) |
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July 29 |
Accounts Receivable |
$5110 |
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Alowance for Doubtful Accounts |
$5110 |
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(For recording reinstatement of William Pruitt’s account) |
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July 29 |
Cash |
$5110 |
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Accounts Receivable |
$5110 |
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(For recording receipts of cash from William Pruitt) |
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