Question: Can you help me with this step by step? Thank you. On January 1, 2024, Splash City issues $450,000 of 7% bonds, due in 10

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On January 1, 2024, Splash City issues $450,000 of 7% bonds, due in 10 years, with interest payable semiannually on June 30 and December 31 each year. Assuming the market interest rate on the issue date is 8%, the bonds will issue at $419,423.

  • Record the bond issue.
  • Date General Journal Debit Credit
    January 01, 2024 Cash 419,423
    Discount on Bonds Payable
    Bonds Payable 450,000

  • Record the first semiannual interest payment.
  • Date General Journal Debit Credit
    June 30, 2024 Interest Expense
    Cash 15,750
  • Record the second semiannual interest payment.
  • Date General Journal Debit Credit
    December 31, 2024 Interest Expense
    Cash 15,750

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