A company issues convertible bonds. The equity component is allocated
A company issues convertible bonds. The equity component is allocated:
A. Based on relative fair values at issuance
B. Based on par value
C. Based on market value of the bonds
D. Based on the conversion ratio
Answer: A
Explanation: ASC 470-20-40-1: The equity component is separated based on the fair value of the debt component and the residual amount assigned to equity.

