On January 2, 2014, West Company issued 9% bonds in the amount of $500,000 that mature on

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On January 2, 2014, West Company issued 9% bonds in the amount of $500,000 that mature on December 31, 2023. The bonds were issued for $469,500 to yield 10%. Interest is payable annually on December 31. West uses the effective interest method of amortizing bond discounts.

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In its June 30, 2014, balance sheet, what net amount should West report as bonds payable?

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Financial Reporting and Analysis

ISBN: 978-0078025679

6th edition

Authors: Flawrence Revsine, Daniel Collins, Bruce, Mittelstaedt, Leon

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