On January 1, 2021, Legion Company sold $240,000 of 4% ten-year bonds. Interest is payable semiannually on June 30 and December 31. The bonds were sold for $150,272, priced to yield 10%. Legion records interest at the effective rate. Legion should report bond interest expense for the six months ended June 30, 2021, in the amount of: (Round your answer to the nearest dollar amount.)

Multiple Choice

• $7,514.

• $4,800.

• $19,200.

• $12,000.