On January 1, 2017, JWS Corporation issued $600,000 of 7% bonds, due in 10 years. The bonds were issued for $644,636 and pay interest each July 1 and January 1. JWS uses the effective interest method. What is the carrying value of the bonds on July 1, 2017, assuming an 6% effective interest rate?
Carrying value of the bonds on January 1, 2017 | 644636 |
Less: Premium amortized on July 1, 2017 | 1661 |
Carrying value of the bonds on July 1, 2017 | 642975 |
Journal entries that would be recorded:
Date | General Journal | Debit | Credit |
Jan. 1, 2017 | Cash | 644636 | |
Premium on bonds payable | 44636 | ||
Bonds payable | 600000 | ||
(Issuance of bonds) | |||
Jul. 1, 2017 | Interest expense ($644636 x 6% x 1/2) | 19339 | |
Premium on bonds payable | 1661 | ||
Cash ($600000 x 7% x 1/2) | 21000 | ||
(Payment of interest and amortization of premium) |
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