During the year, sales returns and allowances totaled $172,100. The cost of the merchandise returned was $100,300.

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During the year, sales returns and allowances totaled $172,100. The cost of the merchandise returned was $100,300. The accountant recorded all the returns and allowances by debiting the sales account and crediting Cost of Merchandise Sold for $172,100. Was the accountant's method of recording returns acceptable? Explain. In your explanation, include the advantages of using a sales returns and allowances account.

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Accounting

ISBN: 978-0324401844

22nd Edition

Authors: Carl S. Warren, James M. Reeve, Jonathan E. Duchac

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