Burlingame Co

question 214

Multiple Choice

Burlingame Co.is purchasing a new forklift to be used in its warehousing operations.Burlingame borrowed $120,000 from its bank in return for an installment note with 8% interest.Burlingame will make 6 equal annual payments of $25,958.Interest expense for the second period equals:

• A)$17,667.
• B)$9,600.
• C)$8,291.36.
• D)$25,958.

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