Andrews Inc. issues a $497,000, lit".. 3-year mortgage (SO 7 note on January 1. The note will be paid in three annual installments of $200,000. each payable at the end of the year. What is the amount ol interesl expense that should be recognized b\ Andrews [nc. in the second year?

a. $16,567.

b. $49,740

c. $34,670.

d. $346,700.