In: Accounting
On June 30, 2021, Singleton Computers issued 7% stated rate
bonds with a face amount of...
On June 30, 2021, Singleton Computers issued 7% stated rate
bonds with a face amount of $200 million. The bonds mature on June
30, 2036 (15 years). The market rate of interest for similar bond
issues was 4% (2.0% semiannual rate). Interest is paid semiannually
(3.5%) on June 30 and December 31, beginning on December 31, 2021.
(FV of $1, PV of $1, FVA of $1, PVA of $1, FVAD of $1 and PVAD of
$1) (Use appropriate factor(s) from the tables
provided.)
Required:
1. Determine the price of the bonds on June 30,
2021.
2. Calculate the interest expense Singleton
reports in 2021 for these bonds using the effective interest
method.
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Table values are based on: |
n = |
30 |
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i = |
2.0% |
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Cash Flow |
Amount |
Present Value |
Interest |
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Principal |
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Price of bonds |
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Period-End |
Cash Interest Paid |
Bond Interest Expense |
Premium Amortization |
Carrying Value |
06/30/2021 |
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12/31/2021 |
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$0 |
0 |
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