Answer:
1. Age group = A
Amount of Accounts Receivable = B
Estimated % uncollectible = C
Estimated Amount Uncollectible = D
A B C D(B*C)
Not yet due $270,000 5% $13,500
1-45 days $37,500 10% $3,750
Over 45 days $15,000 15% <u>$2,250</u>
Estimated amount required in Allowance $19,500
for Doubtful Debts (Credit Balance)
Current Balance in Allowance for $67,500
Doubtful Debts (Debit Balance) <u> </u>
Required charge to Bad debts Expense <u>$87,000</u>
for the year
Thus, the Estimated 12/31/2021 balance for Dhaliwal’s allowance for uncollectible accounts (Credit Balance).
2. Journal Entry
Date Accounts and Explanation Debit Credit
Dec. 31 Bad debts Expense $87,000
Allowance for doubtful accounts $87,000
(To record the estimated bad debts)
