Sky port systems provides cloud-managed, hyper-converged systems that run and protect business-critical applications. On January 1, 2015, Skyport issued $1,500,000 of 9% bonds, due in 5 years. The bonds pay interest each June 30 and December 31.

a. Prepare a Bond Amortization Schedule using the Effective Interest Method. (2015-2017)

b. Prepare the companys journal entries for (a) the January 1, 2015, issuance, (b) the June 30, 2017, interest payment and (c) the December 31, 2017 interest payment. Assume effective interest rate of 8%.

c. On December 31, 2017 Prudential decided to call the bonds at a call premium of 8% over par. Record the retirement of the bonds.