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Accounting for uncollectible accounts using the allowance method and reporting receivables on the balance sheet.

At December 31, 2012, the Accounts receivable balance of GPS Technology is $190,000.

The Allowance for doubtful accounts has an $8,600 credit balance. GPS Technology prepares the following aging schedule for its accounts receivable:

Requirements

1. Journalize the year-end adjusting entry for doubtful accounts on the basis of the aging schedule, Show the T-account for the Allowance for uncollectible accounts at December 31, 2012.

2. Show how GPS Technology will report its net Accounts receivable on its December 31, 2012 balance sheet.