On January 3, 2010, Moss Co. acquires $100,000 of Adam Company's 10-year, 10% bonds at a price of $106,418 to yield 9%. Interest is payable each December 31. The bonds are classified as held-to-maturity. Assuming that Moss Co. uses the straight-line method, what is the amount of premium amortization that would be recognized in 2012 related to these bonds?

On January 3, 2010, Moss Co. acquires $100,000 of Adam Company's 10-year, 10% bonds at a price of $106,418 to yield 9%. Interest is payable each December 31. The bonds are classified as held-to-maturity.
Assuming that Moss Co. uses the straight-line method, what is the amount of premium amortization that would be recognized in 2012 related to these bonds?



a. $642
b. $422
c. $460
d. $502






Answer: A


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