Auerbach Inc. issued 4% bonds on October 1, 2021. The bonds have a maturity date of September 30, 2031 and a face value of $225 million. The bonds pay interest each March 31 and September 30, beginning March 31, 2022. The effective interest rate established by the market was 6%. How much cash interest does Auerbach pay on March 31, 2022? (Round your answer to 2 decimal places.)

Multiple Choice

$9.00 million.

$6.75 million.

$4.50 million.

$13.50 million.