On January 1, Hurley Corporation issues $2,000,000, 5-year, 12% bonds at 96 with interest payable on July 1 and January 1. The entry on December 31 to record accrued bond interest and the amortization of bond discount using the straight-line method will include a:
a. debit to Interest Expense, $120,000.
b. debit to Interest Expense, $240,000.
c. credit to Discount on Bonds Payable, $8,000.
d. credit to Discount on Bonds Payable, $16,000.