Asked by Charlie Spaulding on Jun 17, 2024

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The journal entry to record a note received from a customer to replace an account is

A) debit Notes Receivable; credit Accounts Receivable
B) debit Accounts Receivable; credit Notes Receivable
C) debit Cash; credit Notes Receivable
D) debit Notes Receivable; credit Notes Payable

Notes Receivable

Formal promises in writing that obligate the signer to pay the holder a specified sum of money either on demand or at a future date.

Accounts Receivable

Funds that customers owe to a business for products or services that have been provided but remain unpaid.

Journal Entry

A written record in accounting that documents a business transaction in the ledger.

  • Document the process of estimating, adjusting, and eliminating uncollectible accounts receivable through journal entries.
  • Become acquainted with the theoretical basis and accounting procedures for promissory notes as well as notes receivable.
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Karanveer SinghJun 18, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
When a note is received to replace an account receivable, the company debits Notes Receivable (indicating it now has a note receivable instead of an account receivable) and credits Accounts Receivable (indicating the reduction in accounts receivable).