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D Trucking uses the accrual method of accounting. Below is a reconciliation of D

ID: 2502025 • Letter: D

Question

D Trucking uses the accrual method of accounting. Below is a reconciliation of D Trucking's allowance for bad debts for the current year.

Beginning allowance for bad debts

$61,150

Actual write-offs of accounts receivable during the year

(70,000)

Addition to allowance

90,500

Ending allowance for bad debts

$69,650

Considering the difference between the GAAP and the tax rules for accounting for bad debts, calculate D Trucking’s temporary excess of taxable income over book income.

Beginning allowance for bad debts

$61,150

Actual write-offs of accounts receivable during the year

(70,000)

Addition to allowance

90,500

Ending allowance for bad debts

$69,650

Explanation / Answer

Tax deduction is $20,500 ($90,500 - $70,000) less than its book expense. So, its taxable income is $ 20,500 more than book income. The difference is temporary.