Journalize the Following Semi-Annual Bond Interest Payments on June 30

question 70

Essay

Journalize the following semi-annual bond interest payments on June 30:
June 30 a. 10-year 8% $250,000 bond that sold for $300,000.
June 30 b. 5-year 5% $300,000 bond that sold for $280,000.
June 30 c. 15-year 10% $500,000 bond that sold for $500,000.

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Definitions:

Noncurrent Monetary Liabilities

Long-term financial obligations that are not due within the next 12 months, such as bonds payable or long-term loans.

Present Value

The current value of future money or cash flows, determined by applying a specific rate of return.

Discount Rate

The interest rate used in discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis to determine the present value of future cash flows.

Stated Rate

The interest rate expressed in the terms of a loan or bond agreement, not necessarily reflecting the effective interest rate after considering fees or compounding.