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If $5,000,000 in 7% bonds are issued at 104 ½, how much cash is generated from the sale?
  1. $1,040,000
  2. $1,000,000
  3. $5,000,000
  4. $5,225,000
  5. $3,500,000
Explanation
Answer: D - The cash generated by the sale of the bond is $5,225,000.

5,000,000 x 1.045 = 5,225,000

Key Takeaway: The bonds being issued at 104 ½ means that the bonds sold for 4.5% more than the face value.
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