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On January 1, Year 1, Victor Company issued bonds with a $250,000 face value, a stated rate of interest of 6%, and a 5-year term to maturity. The bonds sold at 95. Interest is payable in cash on December 31 of each year. Victor uses the straight-line method to amortize bond discounts and premiums.

-What is the amount of interest expense appearing on the income statement for the year ending December 31,Year 3?

• A)$17,500
• B)$12,500
• C)$14,250
• D)$15,000

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