Earnie's Home Repair had beginning long-term debt of $51,207 and ending long-term debt of $36,714. The beginning and ending total debt balances were $59,513 and $42,612, respectively. The interest paid was $2,808. What is the amount of the cash flow to creditors?

a. -$11,685

b. -$11,272

c. $17,301

d. $17,418

e. $11,174