Answer:
1. Dr Cash $ 98,000
Dr Discount on Bonds Payable $2,000
Cr Bonds payable $100,000
2. Dr Interest Expense $ 4,050
Cr Discount on Bonds Payable $50
Cr Cash $4,000
Explanation:
1. Preparation of the journal entry for the issuance of the bonds on June 30
Dr Cash $ 98,000
( $ 100,000 x 0.98 )
Dr Discount on Bonds Payable $2,000
($100,000 - $98,000)
Cr Bonds payable $100,000
2. Preparation of the Journal entry to record the semiannual interest payment
Dr Interest Expense $ 4,050
($4,000 + $50 )
Cr Discount on Bonds Payable $50
( $2,000 x 1/40 )
Cr Cash $4,000
($ 100,000 x 8% x 6/12 )