You are the newly hired Controller of ABC Inc. The company is planning to issue a series of convertible bonds. In preparing his presentation to the Board of Directors, the V. P. Finance is asking you to provide him with a memo in a proper format to clarify the following areas:

a)What is the nature of the convertible bond and how is it different from regular bonds in terms of coupon rate? (6 marks)

b)What accounting treatment is required for convertible debt? (6 marks)