Multiple Choice
Why is the allowance method preferred over the direct write-off method of accounting for bad debts?
A) Allowance method is used for tax purposes.
B) Estimates are used.
C) Determining worthless accounts under direct write-off method is difficult to do.
D) Improved matching of bad debt expense with revenue.
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