Provision for doubtful debts created at the year-end is debited to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Provision for doubtful debts created at the year-end is debited to:
A. Profit & Loss Account
B. Sundry Debtors Account
C. Suspense Account
D. Trading Account
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Creating a provision is an expected indirect loss based on conservatism, so it is charged to the Profit and Loss Account.

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Correct Answer: Option A


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