Bonds are classified in the held-to-maturity category


Problem:

Entries for Held-to-Maturity Securities) On January 1, 2003, Dagwood Company purchased at par 12% bonds having a maturity value of $300,000. They are dated January 1, 2003, and mature January 1, 2008, with interest receivable December 31 of each year. The bonds are classified in the held-to-maturity category.

Instructions:

(a) Prepare the journal entry at the date of the bond purchase.

(b) Prepare the journal entry to record the interest received for 2003.

(c) Prepare the journal entry to record the interest received for 2004.

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Accounting Basics: Bonds are classified in the held-to-maturity category
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