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Tuesday, August 18, 2015

On January 1 of the current year, Feller Corporation issued $2,500,000 of 10% debenture bonds on a basis to yield 9%, receiving $2,612,150

On January 1 of the current year, Feller Corporation issued $2,500,000 of 10% debenture bonds on a basis to yield 9%, receiving $2,612,150. Interest is payable annually on December 31 and the bonds mature in 6 years. The effective-interest method is used.

(a) What is the interest expense for the first year?
(b) What is the interest expense for the second year?


Click here for the solution: On January 1 of the current year, Feller Corporation issued $2,500,000 of 10% debenture bonds on a basis to yield 9%, receiving $2,612,150