Problem 1: Journalize the following transactions using the allowance method of accounting for uncollectible receivables.  

  

Apr.   1  Sold merchandise on account to Rhen Smithe, $25,000.  The cost of the merchandise is $9,200.

  

Sep. 10  Received payment for one-fifth of the receivable from R. Smithe and wrote off the remainder.

  

Dec.   9  Reinstated the account of R. Smithe and received cash in full payment.

ANSWER:  

Journal			Page 6
Date	Description	Debit	Credit

Problem 2: List at least four indicators that a receivable may be uncollectible.

ANSWER:

Answers may vary. 1.   2. 3. 4.

Problem 3: Determine the due date and amount of interest due at maturity on the following notes:

	Origination	Face	Term	Interest	Maturity	Interest
	Date	Amount	of Note	Rate	Date	Amount
(a)	August 15	$20,500	60 days	6%	_______	_______
(b)	May 20	$15,000	180 days	8%	_______	_______

Problem 4: Journalize the following transactions for River Company. Round numbers to the nearest dollar.

November 19 Received a $20,500.00, 90-day, 12% note from Alan Snow in payment of his account.

December 31 Accrued interest on the Snow note.

February 17 Received the amount due from Snow on his note.

ANSWER

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Date	Description	Debit	Credit