Martin Corporation allows customers to return merchandise within 60 days of purchase. At year-end, Martin estimates that sales of $20,000, with a cost of $14,000 will be returned in the
upcoming year. The unadjusted balance in Inventory Returns Estimated is a debit of $4,000, and the unadjusted balance in Sales Refund Payable is a credit of $2,500. Prepare the adjusting entries necessary to record the revenue side and cost side estimates for returns and allowances.

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The Answer of Martin Corporation allows customers to return merchandise within 60 days of purchase. At year-end, Martin estimates that sales of $20,000, with a cost of $14,000 will be returned in the
upcoming year. The unadjusted balance in Inventory Returns Estimated is a debit of $4,000, and the unadjusted balance in Sales Refund Payable is a credit of $2,500. Prepare the adjusting entries necessary to record the revenue side and cost side estimates for returns and allowances.

Martin Corporation Allows Customers to Return Merchandise Within 60 Days