Question

On December 31 of the current year, Jerome Company has an accounts receivable balance of $329,000 before any year-end adjustments. The Allowance for Doubtful Accounts has a $1,100 credit balance. The company prepares the following aging schedule for accounts receivable:
Total Balance

1-30 days

31-60 days

61-90 days

over 90 days

$329,000

$160,000

$90,000

$51,000

$28,000

Percent uncollectible

1%

2%

3%

20%

What is the Allowance for Uncollectible Accounts at December 31 of the current year after adjustments?

A) $1,100

B) $9,430

C) $10,530

D) $11,630

Answer 1

Answer:

Option C is correct answer.

Explanation:

Allowance for Uncollectible Accounts at December 31 = 160000 x 1% + 90000 x 2% + 51000 x 3% + 28000 x 20%

= $10,530

Option C is correct answer.