A document to support the buyer's return of defective merchandise.Select one:a.Debit Memorandumb.Merchandisingc.Cost of Goods manufacturedd.Income Statement

The correct choice to support the buyer's return of defective merchandise is:

a. Debit Memorandum

Explanation:

1. A Debit Memorandum is typically issued by a buyer to formally request a reduction in the amount they owe to the seller due to the return of defective goods. It acts as a record of the buyer's claim for a return and the corresponding impact on the accounts payable.

2. The other options do not accurately fit this context:

   • b. Merchandising refers to the activities associated with buying and selling goods, which does not specifically address the return of defective merchandise.
   • c. Cost of Goods Manufactured pertains to the total cost of production of goods completed during a period, which again does not relate directly to returns.
   • d. Income Statement summarizes revenues and expenses over a specific period but does not function as a supporting document for returns.

Therefore, a Debit Memorandum is the appropriate document to support the buyer's return of defective merchandise.