The following events occurred during the first half of the year. Book the entries necessary for the corresponding transactions that have occurred. January 22: Issued $75,000 of 6% term bonds due on January 1, 2025 (10 periods) with interest payable each June 30 and December 31. Investors require an effective interest rate of 8%. Record the entries for the issuance of the bond.

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The following events occurred during the first half of the year. Book the entries necessary for the corresponding transactions that have occurred.

January 22: Issued $75,000 of 6% term bonds due on January 1, 2025 (10 periods) with interest payable each June 30 and December 31. Investors require an effective interest rate of 8%. Record the entries for the issuance of the bond.

22-Jan

Dr. Cash $71,250.00

Dr. Discount on Bond Payable $3,750.00 (=D8*(8%-6%)/2*(10/2))

Cr. Bond Payable $75,000.00

What is the correct entry for this transaction??

 

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