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Why is it necessary to create a provision for doubtful debts at the time of preparation of final accounts? - Accountancy

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Why is it necessary to create a provision for doubtful debts at the time of preparation of final accounts?

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The creation of the provision of doubtful debt is made in order to make the prediction of the bad or doubtful debt b the business when the accurate position for the same can be made or determine in the next year only.

It is considered to be the prudent practice for any business organization as it reduces the scope of actual loss by the business.

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Provision for Bad and Doubtful Debts
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Chapter 10: Financial Statements - II - Questions for practice [Page 410]

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NCERT Accountancy - Financial Accounting 1 [English] Class 11
Chapter 10 Financial Statements - II
Questions for practice | Q 5 | Page 410
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