In: Accounting
On November 1, 2020, Mills Co. purchased a 5-year, 8% bond with a face value of $200,000. The purchase price of $184,556 was consistent with a 10% yield. Interest is payable semi-annually on January 1 and July 1. The bonds mature on January 1, 2022. The amortized cost of the bond on the maturity date is
a) $200,000
b) $185,556
c) $195,000
d) $190,000