ACME Distribution, Inc. December 31, 2016 Adjusting Entries Continued 4) The company has estimated, base not be collected. d on historical information, that 4.4% of its accounts receivable will ultimately Therefore, they provide an allowance for bad debts at that level. Calculate the appropriate amount for the allowance at December 31, 2016. Accounts receivable balance per the unadjusted trial balance $ 42.400 Estimated allowance amount (Round answer to the nearest dollar and show your calculation below for full credit). Amount of adjustment needed to the allowance account (Show your calculation below to receive full credit). Complete below the adjusting journal entry necessary for the allowance for bad debts: Account Debit Credit Post the above entry to the trial balance in the adjustment columns