The provision for bad debts is debited to sundry debtors account. [Dec. 2021, 2 Marks]
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False: Provision for Bad debts is created on Sundry debtors, but it is debited to Profit & Loss
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About This Chapter: Final Accounts
Paper
Paper 1: Accounting
Weightage
25-30%
Key Topics
Sole Proprietor, NPO, Manufacturing
This chapter covers Sole Proprietor, NPO, Manufacturing and is part of Paper 1: Accounting in the CA Foundation exam.
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This topic carries 25-30% weightage. Focus on understanding core concepts rather than memorizing.
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