Question: On June 30, 2021, Singleton Computers issued 6% stated rate bonds with a face amount of $200 million. The bonds mature on June 30, 2036
On June 30, 2021, Singleton Computers issued 6% stated rate bonds with a face amount of $200 million. The bonds mature on June 30, 2036 (15 years). The market rate of interest for similar bond issues was 5% (2.5% semiannual rate). Interest is paid semiannually (3%) on June 30 and December 31, beginning on December 31, 2021.
Required:
1. Determine the price of the bonds on June 30, 2021.
2. Calculate the interest expense Singleton reports in 2021 for these bonds.
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Requirement 1 To determine the price of the bonds we calculate the present value of the 30period annuity 30 semiannual interest payments of 6 million and the lumpsum payment of 200 million paid at mat... View full answer
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