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On September 30, 2024, a company acquired a patent. The agreement specified that the company will pay $1,200,000 immediately and then another
$1,200,000 on September 30, 2026. An interest rate of 8% reflects the time value of money for this type of loan agreement. (PV of $1, PVA of $1)
What amount of interest expense, if any, would the company record on December 31, 2024, the company's fiscal year end?
Note: Round your answer to nearest whole dollar amount.
Multiple Choice
$23,429
$97,145
$72,116
$20,576