On January 1, 20X1, Bravo Company borrowed $26,000 to purchase equipment. The loan is to be repaid plus interest of 10% per year, on December 31, 20X2. Prepared the general journal adjusting entry (without explanation) needed for December 31, 20X1. If no entry is required then write "No Entry Required."

The general journal adjusting entry needed for December 31, 20X1:

Debit Interest expense $2,600

Credit Interest Payable $2,600

Explanation:

On January 1, 20X1, Bravo Company borrowed $26,000 to purchase equipment. The loan is to be repaid plus interest of 10% per year, on December 31, 20X2.

The amount of interest expense for 1 year = $26,000 x 10% = $2,600

Following the Accrual accounting - an accounting method that revenue or expenses are recorded when a transaction occurs rather than when payment is received or made. The company should record interest expense for the year 20X1 by the general journal adjusting entry:

Debit Interest expense $2,600

Credit Interest Payable $2,600