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question 52

Multiple Choice

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On January 1, 2018, Burkett Corporation purchased, as a long-term investment, a $25,000, 5% bond, for $21,595. At this time, the market rate of interest was approximately 7%. The bond pays interest on January 1 and July 1. On December 31, 2018, the fair value of the bonds was $23,950.
-What is the entry (if any) to record the fair value adjustment on December 31, 2018? Assume the adjusting entry for the interest accrual has already been recorded.

• A) No entry required.

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Definitions:

Chattel Mortgage

A loan arrangement in which an item of movable personal property acts as collateral for the loan.

Conditional Sales Contract

An agreement where the buyer takes possession of an item but its formal title and ownership remain with the seller until all terms of the contract are fulfilled.

Purchase Money Securities Interest

A legal claim that allows lenders to have a security interest in an item that was purchased with the funds they provided.

Security

Measures or mechanisms put in place to protect against theft, espionage, or other threats to safety and privacy.