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31 July, 14:04

On January 1, 2020, Whispering Company purchased 12% bonds having a maturity value of $390,000, for $419,567.77. The bonds provide the bondholders with a 10% yield. They are dated January 1, 2020, and mature January 1, 2025, with interest received on January 1 of each year. Whispering Company uses the effective-interest method to allocate unamortized discount or premium. The bonds are classified in the held-to-maturity category.

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Prepare the journal entry at the date of the bond purchase. (Enter answers to 2 decimal places, e. g. 2,525.25.

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  1. 31 July, 17:48
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    1-Jan-2020

    Dr Debt Investments (Held-to-Maturity) $419,567.77

    Cr Cash $419,567.77

    Explanation:

    Whispering Company Journal entry at the date of the purchase

    1-Jan-2020

    Dr Debt Investments (Held-to-Maturity) $419,567.77

    Cr Cash $419,567.77
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