On 7/1/16, ABC sold 10% bonds having a maturity value of $700,000 for $756,773.5

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On 7/1/16, ABC sold 10% bonds having a maturity value of $700,000 for $756,773.50, resulting in an effective yield of 8%. The bonds are dated 7/1/16, and mature 7/1/21. 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 12/31/16. Hint: Develop an abbreviated amortization schedule to accurately determine the interest expense. On 7/1/16, ABC sold 10% bonds having a maturity value of $700,000 for $756,773.50, resulting in an effective yield of 8%. The bonds are dated 7/1/16, and mature 7/1/21. 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 12/31/16. Hint: Develop an abbreviated amortization schedule to accurately determine the interest expense.

Explanation / Answer

12/31/2016 Interest expense 30270.94 =756773.5*8%/2 Premium on Bonds payable 4729.06            Interest payable 35000 =700000*10%/2

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