EX 11-5 Entries for discounted note payable
A business issued a 30-day note for $72,000 to a creditor on account. The note was discounted at 7%. Journalize the entries to record (a) the issuance of the note and (b) the payment of the note at maturity.
Answer:

a. Accounts Payable.......................................................... 71,580 Interest Expense............................................................ 420* Notes Payable........................................................... 72,000 *$72,000 × 7% × 30/360
b. Notes Payable................................................................ 72,000 Cash .......................................................................... 72,000
Answer:

a. Accounts Payable.......................................................... 71,580 Interest Expense............................................................ 420* Notes Payable........................................................... 72,000 *$72,000 × 7% × 30/360
b. Notes Payable................................................................ 72,000 Cash .......................................................................... 72,000