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On March 1, 2018, Stratford Lighting issued 10% bonds, dated March 1, with a face amount of $780,000. The bonds sold for $768,000 and mature on February 28, 2038 (20 years). Interest is paid semiannually on August 31 and February 28. Stratford uses the straight-line method and its fiscal year ends December 31.

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1. to 4. Prepare the journal entry to record the issuance of the bonds by Stratford Lighting on March 1, 2018, interest on August 31, 2018, interest on December 31, 2018 and interest on February 28, 2019

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