Paris Company Buys a Building on a Plot of Land

question 144

Multiple Choice

Paris Company buys a building on a plot of land for $100,000,paying $20,000 cash and signing a 20-year mortgage note for $80,000 at 6%.Monthly payments are $570.
-What portion of the first monthly payment is principal?

• A) $170
• B) $200
• C) $570
• D) $4,800

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