Under the direct write-off method, the entry to write off an uncollectible account of $1,250 includes:

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Under the direct write-off method, the entry to write off an uncollectible account involves a debit to Bad Debt Expense and a credit to Accounts Receivable for the same amount. Therefore, the correct choice is C which is a debit to Bad Debt Expense for $1,250. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect as they do not reflect the correct entry for the direct write-off method.

Under the Direct Write-Off Method, the Entry to Write Off