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classified as held to maturity. SB Amos will pay an amount equal to _____ for the bonds.
a. $95,734,898
b. 100,000,000
c. 105,567,432
d. 110,987,012
e. 116,802,503


A
Note that $95,734,898 is the only amount issued at a discount.

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