Premium on Bonds Payable

question 114

Multiple Choice

Premium on Bonds Payable

• A) has a debit balance.
• B) is a contra account.
• C) is considered to be a reduction in the cost of borrowing.
• D) is deducted from bonds payable on the balance sheet.

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