Can you solve this financial accounting problem using accurate calculation methods? On January 1, 2021, Quantum Edge Inc. granted 150,000 stock options to its keyemployees. The options are exercisable no earlier than December 31, 2023, andexpire on January 1, 2027. Each option allows the holder to purchase one share of$1 par common stock at $20. An option-pricing model estimates the fair value ofeach option to be $6 on the date of grant.What amount should Quantum Edge Inc. recognize as compensation expense for2021?

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