On February 1, 2014, Shinko Inc. purchased 4% Telus bonds with a face value of $5,000 at

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On February 1, 2014, Shinko Inc. purchased 4% Telus bonds with a face value of $5,000 at 98 as a non-strategic investment. Interest is paid quarterly beginning May 1, 2014. The bonds mature February 1, 2024. Record the entries on February 1 and May 1 using the amortized cost method. Assume the market interest rate is 4.25%.

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Face value is a financial term used to describe the nominal or dollar value of a security, as stated by its issuer. For stocks, the face value is the original cost of the stock, as listed on the certificate. For bonds, it is the amount paid to the...
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Fundamental Accounting Principles Volume II

ISBN: 978-1259066511

14th Canadian Edition

Authors: Larson Kermit, Jensen Tilly

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