The Adjusting Entry to Record the Amortization of a Discount

question 111

Multiple Choice

The adjusting entry to record the amortization of a discount on bonds payable is

• A) debit Discount on Bonds Payable, credit Interest Expense
• B) debit Interest Expense, credit Discount on Bonds Payable
• C) debit Interest Expense, credit Cash
• D) debit Bonds Payable, credit Interest Expense

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Definitions:

Liquidation

The process of bringing a business to an end and distributing its assets to claimants, often preceded by insolvency.

Noncash Assets

Assets that cannot be easily converted to cash but hold value, such as real estate, equipment, and intellectual property.

Deficit

The amount by which expenses exceed income or costs exceed revenues.

Liquidation Expenses

Costs associated with winding up a company's operations and distributing its assets to claimants, often occurring in the event of bankruptcy.