Question 5

On January 1, 2020, Splish Company purchased $350,000, 8% bonds of Aguirre Co. for $322,973. The bonds were purchased to yield 10% interest. Interest is payable semiannually on July 1 and January 1. The bonds mature on January 1, 2025. Splish Company uses the effective-interest method to amortize discount or premium. On January 1, 2022, Splish Company sold the bonds for $324,733 after receiving interest to meet its liquidity needs.

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Prepare the journal entry to record the sale of the bonds on January 1, 2022.