EX 14-5 Entries for issuing bonds

Austin Co. produces and distributes semiconductors for use by computer manufacturers. Austin Co. issued $15,000,000 of 12-year, 12% bonds on May 1 of the current year, with interest payable on May 1 and November 1. The fiscal year of the company is the calendar year. Journalize the entries to record the following selected transactions for the current year:

May 1.

Issued the bonds for cash at their face amount.

Nov. 1.

Paid the interest on the bonds.

Dec. 31.

Recorded accrued interest for two months.