On August 1,2010,a Company Issues Bonds with a Par Value

question 47

Essay

On August 1,2010,a company issues bonds with a par value of $600,000.The bonds mature in 10 years and pay 6% annual interest,payable each February 1 and August 1.The bonds sold at $632,000.The company uses the straight-line method of amortizing bond premiums.The company's year-end is December 31.Prepare the general journal entry to record the interest accrued at December 31,2010.

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Definitions:

Issued Stock

Refers to the number of shares that a company has officially issued to shareholders.

Preferred Stockholders

Investors who own preferred shares in a company, which typically gives them priority over common stockholders in terms of dividends and assets in the event of liquidation.

Corporate Creditors

Entities or individuals that have lent money or extended credit to a corporation and have a right to be repaid.

Charter

A formal document issued by a sovereign or state outlining the rights, privileges, or authority granted to an individual, corporation, or city.