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Read the following information and answer the question. ABC Ltd. issued 20,000, 6% debentures of ₹100 each at a discount of 4% redeemable at a premium of 5% after 3 years from 1st April 2017. The amount payable on the application is ₹50 and the balance on the allotment. The company has a balance of ₹50,000 in securities premium reserve and ₹1,00,000 in the capital reserve. Profit earned by the company in the year is ₹75,000. |
What is the amount of interest on debentures to be paid by the company annually? |
₹1,00,000 ₹1,20,000 ₹1,50,000 ₹1,25,000 |
₹1,20,000 |
The correct answer is option 2- ₹1,20,000. Face value of debentures = ₹100 |