Which of the Following Is True of a Premium on Bonds

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of a premium on bonds payable?

• A) It is a contra-stockholders' equity account.
• B) It is an account that appears only on the books of the investor.
• C) It increases when amortization entries are made until it reaches its maturity value.
• D) It decreases when amortization entries are made until its balance reaches zero at the maturity date.

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