Answer:
the journal entry to record bond issuance:
Dr Cash 1,444,000
Dr Discount on bonds payable 76,000
Cr Bonds payable 1,520,000
amortization of discount on bonds payable = $76,000 / 5 = $15,000
coupon payment = $91,200
total interest expense per year = $106,200
total interest expense for the 5 year period = $106,200 x 5 years = $531,000
