Daley Company uses the allowance method. At December 31, 2015, the company's balance sheet reports Accounts receivable, Net in the amount of $17,000. On January 2, 2016, Daley writes off a $1,500 customer account balance when it becomes clear that the customer will never pay. What is the amount of accounts receivable, net after the write-off?
a. $1,500
b. $15,500
c. $18,500
d. $17,000