In: Accounting
Post the following journal entry: On 7/1/14, ABC sold 12% bonds having a maturity value of $800,000 for $861,771, resulting in an effective yield of 10%. The bonds are |
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dated 7/1/14, and mature 7/1/19. Interest is payable semiannually on July 1 and January 1. ABC uses the effective interest method of | |||||||||
amortization for bond premium or discount. Record the adjusting entry for the accrual of interest and the related amortization on 12/31/14. | |||||||||
Hint: Develop an abbreviated amortization schedule to accurately determine the interest expense. | |||||||||
Date |
Accounts title |
Debit |
Credit |
31-Dec-14 |
Interest Expense |
$ 43,088.55 |
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Premium on Bonds Payable |
$ 4,911.45 |
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Interest Payable |
$ 48,000.00 |
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(6 months semi annual Interest accrued) |
Period |
Cash Interest |
Interest Expense |
Premium Amortised |
Unamortised Premium |
Carrying Value |
01-Jul-14 |
$ 61,771.00 |
$ 861,771.00 |
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01-Jan-15 |
$ 48,000.00 [800000x12%x6/12] |
$ 43,088.55 [861771 x 10% x 6/12] |
$ 4,911.45 [48000 – 43088.55] |
$ 56,859.55 [61771 – 4911.45] |
$ 856,859.55 [861771 – 4911.45] |