Question

On June 30, 2021, Moran Corporation issued $13.5 million of its 8% bonds for $12.2 million. The bonds were priced to yield 10%. The bonds are dated June 30, 2021. Interest is payable semiannually on December 31 and July 1. If the effective interest method is used, by how much should the bond discount be reduced for the six months ended December 31, 2021?

Answer 1

$70,000

Step-by-step explanation:

Moran Corporation

Semiannual interest paid on 31 Dec 2021

= $13,500,000*8%*6/12

= $540,000

Therefore If the effective interest method is used, by how much should the bond discount be reduced for the six months ended December 31, 2021 will be $70,000

Effective interest expense on 31 Dec.2021

= $12,200,000 * 10% * 6/12

= $610,000

Bond discount to be reduced for 6 months ended 31 Dec 2021

= $610,000 - $540,000

= $70,000