Problem 17-12 Determine pension expense; journal entries; two years [LO17-3, 17-4, 17-5, 17-6, 17-7, 17-8]...

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Problem 17-12 Determine pension expense; journal entries; two years [LO17-3, 17-4, 17-5, 17-6, 17-7, 17-8]

The Kollar Company has a defined benefit pension plan. Pension information concerning the fiscal years 2013 and 2014 are presented below ($ in millions):

Information Provided by Pension Plan Actuary:
a. Projected benefit obligation as of December 31, 2012 = $3,050.
b.

Prior service cost from plan amendment on January 2, 2013 = $550 (straight-line amortization for 10-year average remaining service period).

c. Service cost for 2013 = $630.
d. Service cost for 2014 = $680.
e. Discount rate used by actuary on projected benefit obligation for 2013 and 2014 = 10%.
f. Payments to retirees in 2013 = $490.
g. Payments to retirees in 2014 = $560.
h. No changes in actuarial assumptions or estimates.
i. Net gain

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