Question: Assume the same information as in E17-3 except that the securities are classified as available-for-sale. The fair value of the bonds at December 31 of

Assume the same information as in E17-3 except that the securities are classified as available-for-sale. The fair value of the bonds at December 31 of each year end is as follows.

Assume the same information as in E17-3 except that the securities are

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  (a) Prepare the journal entry at the date of the bond purchase.
  (b) Prepare the journal entries to record the interest received and recognition of fair value for 2011.
  (c) Prepare the journal entry to record the recognition of fair value for 2012.

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