Question: On January 1, 2012, White Water issues $500,000 of 6% bonds, due in 20 years, with interest payable semiannually on June 30 and December 31 each year.
Required: Assuming the market interest rate on the issue date is 6%, the bonds will issue at $500,000. Record the bond issue on January 1, 2012, and the first two semiannual interest payments on June 30, 2012, and December 31, 2012.