Problem 7-7 (Algo) Factoring versus assigning of accounts receivable [LO7-8] Lonergan Company occasionally uses its accounts receivable to obtain immediate cash. At the end of June 2021, the company had accounts receivable of $1,180,000. Lonergan needs approximately $700,000 to capitalize on a unique investment opportunity. On July 1, 2021, a local bank offers Lonergan the following two alternatives: Borrow $700,000, sign a note payable, and assign the entire receivable balance as collateral. At the end of each month, a remittance will be made to the bank that equals the amount of receivables collected plus 9% interest on the unpaid balance of the note at the beginning of the period. Transfer $750,000 of specific receivables to the bank without recourse. The bank will charge a 4% factoring fee on the amount of receivables transferred. The bank will collect the receivables directly from customers. The sale criteria are met. Required: 1. Prepare the journal entries that would be recorded on July 1 for: a. alternative a. b. alternative b. 2. Assuming that 80% of all June 30 receivables are collected during July, prepare the necessary journal entries to record the collection and the remittance to the bank for: a. alternative a. b. alternative b.