DOUBTFUL DEBT Definition

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DOUBTFUL DEBT is a debt where circumstances have rendered its ultimate recovery uncertain. Conservatism requires that doubtful debts should be treated in the same way as bad debts. They should thus be recorded as an expense in the profit and loss account and to be credited to a provision to set off against ultimate default if it occurs.

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DEPOSITORY ACCOUNT are those accounts where assets; e.g. cash or securities; are placed on deposit in favor of the depositor.

DDA, among others, can mean: Disability Discrimination Act (1995, UK), Dividend Disbursing Agent (finance), Demand Deposit Account, Direct Deposit Advance (Wells Fargo), Direct Deposit Advice, Deposit Demand Account, or Design Development Activity.

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