In: Accounting
On January 1, 2019, Bradley, Inc., issued 12% bonds with a face amount of $66 million, dated January 1. The bonds mature in 2040 (20 years). The market yield for bonds of similar risk and maturity is 12%. Interest is paid semiannually.
Instructions
1. Determine the price of the bonds at January 1, 2019, and prepare the journal entry to record their issuance by Bradley.
2. Assume the market rate was 8,5%. Determine the price of the bonds at January 1, 2018, and prepare the journal entry to record their issuance by Bradley.