The amount of uncollectible accounts at the end of the year is estimated to be $25,000,using the aging of accounts receivable method.The balance in the Allowance of Doubtful Accounts account is an $8,000 credit before adjustment.What is the adjusted balance of the Allowance for Doubtful Accounts at the end of the year?
A)$8,000
B)$17,000
C)$25,000
D)$33,000

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The aging of accounts receivable method focuses on estimating the ending balance to be reported in the Allowance for Doubtful Accounts.To compute the amount of the adjustment,you must determine how much to increase (credit)the Allowance for Doubtful Accounts to reach the desired adjusted balance.
Ending balance in Allowance for Doubtful Accounts = Unadjusted credit (debit)balance in Allowance for Doubtful Accounts + Bad Debt Expense

The Amount of Uncollectible Accounts at the End of the Year