On January 1, 2010, Solis Co

question 66

Multiple Choice

On January 1, 2010, Solis Co.issued its 10% bonds in the face amount of $3,000,000, which mature on January 1, 2020.The bonds were issued for $3,405,000 to yield 8%, resulting in bond premium of $405,000.Solis uses the effective-interest method of amortizing bond premium.Interest is payable annually on December 31.At December 31, 2010, the carrying value of the bonds should be

• A)$3,405,000.
• B)$3,377,400.
• C)$3,364,500.
• D)$3,304,500.

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