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On January 2, 20X1, Schneider Company issues $100,000 of 6% bonds. Interest of $3,000 is payable semi-annually on June 30 and December 31. The bonds mature in 5 years. The bonds issued for $95,842 with an effective interest rate of 7%. Effective interest recognized on June 30, 20X1, will be equal to _____. (round to the nearest full dollar)

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Answer:

Effective interest recognized on June 30, 20X1, will be equal to $3,354

Explanation:

Data provided from the question,

Amount of bond issued on January 2, 20X1 = $100,000 of 6% bonds

Interest = $3000

Payable semi-annually on June 30 and December 31

Number of years to mature = 5 years

The bond issued for $95,842 with an effective interest rate of 7%

Therefore, the Effective interest recognized on June 30, 20X1 =

bond issued × effective interest rate × semiannually(1/2)

= $95,842 x 0.07 x 0.5

= $3,354

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