On October 1, a company borrowed $200,000 on a two-year, 12% note, with interest and principal to be paid at maturity. How much interest expense will be reported on the income statement for the year ending December 31?    A. $12,000  B. $24,000  C. $18,000  D. $6,000

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On October 1, a company borrowed $200,000 on a two-year, 12% note, with interest and principal to be paid at maturity. How much interest expense will be reported on the income statement for the year ending December 31?

 
  •  A. $12,000
  •  B. $24,000
  •  C. $18,000
  •  D. $6,000
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