An analysis of the accounts receivable of Matsushita Company as of December 31, 20--, reveals the following:

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An analysis of the accounts receivable of Matsushita Company as of December 31, 20--, reveals the following:


Estimated Percent Uncollectible 1.5% Balance Age Interval Not yet due 1-30 days past due 31-60 days past due 61-90 days


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1. Prepare an aging schedule as of December 31, 20--, by adding the following column to the three columns shown above: Estimated Amount Uncollectible.
2. Assuming that Allowance for Bad Debts had a credit balance of $1,750 before adjustment, record the end-of-period adjusting entry in general journal form to enter the estimate for uncollectibleaccounts.

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College Accounting

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