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11. Why are bonds sometimes issued at a discount? The stated rate of interest is higher than the rate being paid on investments in a. the securities market with comparable risk the securities market with comparable risk the securities market with comparable risk b. The stated rate of interest is the same as the rate being paid on investments in c. The stated rate of interest is lower than the rate being paid on investments in d. The bonds are being issued between interest payment dates 12. On January 1, Year 1, Victor Company issued bonds with a $250,000 face value, a stated rate of interest of 6% and a 5-year term to maturity. The bonds sold at 95. Interest is payable in cash on December 31 of each year. Victor uses the straight-line method to amortize bond discounts and premiums. What is carrying value of the bond liability at December 31, Year 3? a. $241,000 b. $242,500 c. $237,500 d. $245,000 13. Which of the following terms designates the maximum number of shares of stock that a corporation may issue? a. Number of shares issued b. Number of shares authorized c. Par value d. Number of shares outstanding