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At the end of 2019, Geisel, Inc has a $1,000 debit balance in the Allowance for Doubtful Accounts, before adjusting entries were prepared. Credit sales

At the end of 2019, Geisel, Inc has a $1,000 debit balance in the Allowance for Doubtful Accounts, before adjusting entries were prepared. Credit sales for 2019 totaled $510,000. Sales returns for 2019 were $10,000. Credit Sales for 2018 were $610,000. Sales returns for 2018 were $10,000. The following aging analysis of Accounts Receivable was prepared at December 31, 2019:

Age Classification

12/31/19 $ Amount

Estimated % Uncollectible

Current/not yet due

110,000

1%

1-30 days past due

15,000

2%

31-60 days past due

10,000

6%

61-90 days past due

5,000

12%

over 90 days past due

8,000

30%

Total

$148,000

Required:

  1. Prepare the December 31, 2019 adjusting entry using the aging analysis approach to estimate bad debts. [1 mark]

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