They are considered a buyer in the ordinary course of business.
What amount should be recorded as Bad Debt Expense for the current year?
Not yet due:
22,000
Estimated Percentage Uncollectible: 3%
Estimated Amount Uncollectible: 660
Up to 120 days past due:
6500
Estimated Percentage Uncollectible: 14%
Estimated Amount Uncollectible:
910
Over 120 days past due:
2800
Estimated Percentage Uncollectible: 34%
Estimated Amount Uncollectible: 952
Estimated Balance in allowance for doubtful accounts: 2522
Current balance in allowance for doubtful accounts: 1200
Bad Debt Expense for the Year: 1322
Answer:
1. Journal entries are quicker and more comfortable in the manual accounting
2. Posting is easier in computer software-based accounting
3. Trial balance adjustment in manual accounting is tricky. However, a lengthy process may pose a challenge for computerized accounting.
4. Financial statements are more straightforward in software-based accounting than manual accounting
Explanation:
The introduction of accounting software such as QuickBooks has transformed the working for accounting professionals. The conventional accounting system replacement has made the job more comfortable. However, there are new challenges added, such as learning the software, making error-free inputs, and pace of computer-related entries. However, considering that once these skills are learned, the overall job is easier than before.
1. Journal entries in manual are made quicker, and errors can be rectified. However, entries are linked automatically to their respective ledgers that solve the challenges with compound entries
2. Posting is simpler in software as the general ledger is created on a single click. Manual posting requires time and efforts
3. Adjusted entries need to manual input in conventional method to create the adjusted trial balance whereas, in software, its added through adjusting journal entries.
4. Financial statements are much more straightforward in software as they are available on one click, whereas in manual accounting, they are required to be calculated.
Answer:
$9,850,000
Explanation:
Calculation for What is the total cash received on 3/1/17
Total cash received on 3/1/17=$10,000,000 × .97) + ([9%*$10,000,000) × 2/12]
Total cash received on 3/1/17=$10,000,000 × .97) + ($900,000 × 2/12)
Total cash received on 3/1/17=$9,700,000+$150,000
Total cash received on 3/1/17 = $9,850,000
Therefore the total cash received on 3/1/17 is $9,850,000
