At the end of a period (before adjustment), allowance for doubtful accounts has a debit balance of $2,000. the accounts receivable balance is analyzed by aging the accounts and, the amount estimated to be uncollectible is $15,000. the amount to be recorded in the adjusting entry for the bad debt expense is $15,000.true / false.

The answer is: False

Explanation:

The formula for calculating bad debt expenses is:

Bad debt expenses = total estimated uncollectible accounts - Allowance for Doubtful Accounts

Bad debt expenses = $15,000 - $2,000 = $13,000

Allowance for Doubtful Accounts is a contra asset account, while Uncollectiible Accounts is an expense.

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