Discount Mart utilizes the allowance method of accounting for uncollectible receivables. On December $12,$ the company receives a $$590$ check in settlement of Chad Thomas's $$1,160$ outstanding accounts receivable. Due to Thomas's failing health, he is closing his company and is expecting to make no further payments to Discount Mart. Journalize this declaration.

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Dec. $12$