SMG AC 221 Chapter Notes - Chapter 6: Debits And Credits, Accounts Receivable, Financial Statement
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Percentage of completion method: method of recognizing revenue on long term contracts as production occurs, rather than waiting until the final product is delivered. The company must also recognize the associated expenses. Completed contract method: method of recognizing revenue on long term contracts that delays recognition of both revenue and related expenses until completion of the contract. Gross sales: the total amount of sales before deducting returns, allowances and discounts. Net sales: the amount of sales after deducting returns, allowances and discounts. Sales returns (purchase returns): merchandise returned by the customer. Sales allowance (purchase allowance): reduction of the original selling price. Trade discounts: reductions to the gross selling price for a particular class of customers. Cash discounts: reductions in the amount owed by customers due to prompt payment. Uncollectible accounts (bad debts): receivables determined to be uncollectible because customers are unable or unwilling to pay their debts. Bad debt expense: the loss that arises from uncollectible accounts.