Question

On April 1, 2018, Elucian Corporation invested in the bonds issued by the City of Westminster on January 1, 2018. These 10-year $300,000 bonds pay interest of 3% with semiannual payments every June 30 and December 31. Elucian paid par value plus accrued interest. What is the total amount paid by Ellucian for the City of Westminster bonds?

A. $297,750
B. $300,000
C. 5304,500
D $302.250

Answer 1

D $302, 250

Step-by-step explanation:

The computation of the total amount paid is shown below;

Total amount paid = Face value + accrued interest

= $300,000 + $300,000 × 3% × 3 months ÷ 12 months

= $302,250

hence, the total amount paid is $302,250

Therefore the correct option is d.

We simply applied the above formula so that the correct value could come

And, the same is to be considered