On December 31, 2019, the end of X Company's accounting period, the company has outstanding Accounts Receivable of P400,000. The company estimates that 5% of these receivables might not be collected. If there is P12,000 (credit) balance for Allowance for Uncollectible Accounts, how much is required balance of the Allowance for Uncollectible Accounts?

On December 31, 2019, the end of X Company's accounting period, the company has outstanding Accounts Receivable of P400,000. The company estimates that 5% of these receivables might not be collected. If there is P12,000 (credit) balance for Allowance for Uncollectible Accounts, how much is required balance of the Allowance for Uncollectible Accounts?

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Chapter6: Cash And Receivables

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Problem 6MC: Prior to adjustments, Barrett Companys account balances at December 31, 2019, for Accounts...

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