GEL Sub On January 1, a company issued and sold a $450,000, 3%, 10-year bond payable, and received proceeds of $444,000. Interest is payable each June 30 and December 31. The company uses the straight-line method to amortize the discount. The carrying value of the bonds immediately after the first interest payment is: Multiple Choice $444 300 $443,700 O $450,300 $449,700 $450,000