Waldo Corporation had the following transactions pertaining to debt investments.
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Jan. 1 |
Purchased 30, $1,000 Hillary Co. 10% bonds for $30,000, plus brokerage fees of $900. |
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Interest is payable semiannually on July 1 and January 1. |
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July 1 |
Received semiannual interest on Hillary Co. bonds. |
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July 1 |
Sold 15 Hillary Co. bonds for $15,000, less $400 brokerage fees. |
(a) Journalize the transactions, and (b) prepare the adjusting entry for the accrual of interest on December 31.