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    Apr 29, 2010, 06:01 PM
    Are sales discounts a credit or debit?
    I am having problems classifying sales, sales discounts, and sales returns and allownaces on an unadjusted trial balance. Can someone give me a little help?
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    Apr 29, 2010, 10:35 PM

    If Sales are always a CREDIT,
    Sales discounts and sales returns are always a DEBIT.
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