On February 1, 2011, Charo Mendez purchased 6% bonds issued by CR Utilities at a cost of

Question:

On February 1, 2011, Charo Mendez purchased 6% bonds issued by CR Utilities at a cost of $30,000, which is their par value. The bonds pay interest semiannually on July 31 and January 31. For 2011, prepare entries to record Mendez’s July 31 receipt of interest and its December 31 year-end interest accrual.