How do you write off accounts that show small balances?

How do you write off accounts that show small balances?

The only way to write off accounts with small balances is to post and make an adjustment of the difference on the Client/Supplier and allocate them accordingly. 

The recommended account to use for these adjustments is the Write-Off account.

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