Austin Co. produces and distributes semiconductors for use by computer manufacturers. Austin Co....

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Austin Co. produces and distributes semiconductors for use by computer manufacturers. Austin Co. issued $15,000,000 of 12 year, 12% bonds on May 1 of the current year, with interest payable on May 1 and November 1. The fiscal year of the company is the calendar year. Journalize the entries to record the following selected transactions for the current year:

May 1: Issued the bonds for cash at their face amount.

November 1: Paid the interest on the bonds.

December 31: Recorded accrued interest for two months.

Journal Entry:

A journal entry is a daily recording of financial transactions made by the company. The journal entries are summarized in a trial balance at the end of the accounting period to assist in making financial statements.

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Date Accounts Debit Credit
May 1 Cash 15,000,000
Bonds Payable 15,000,000
-bonds are issued at face value
November 1 Interest...

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