alleryStart learning →Which method amortizes a bond discount or premium?
AStraight-line depreciation
BDeclining balance method
CEffective interest method
DSinking fund method
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Effective interest method
The effective interest method applies the market yield at issue to the opening carrying amount each period.
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