On July 1, 2020, Atlas Freight received $60,000 from an issue of promissory notes that pay 8% annual interest on January 1. The notes mature in 2023. Atlas Freight's fiscal year ends on December 31. What is the interest expense for 2020?

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On July 1, 2020, Atlas Freight received $60,000 from an issue of
promissory notes that pay 8% annual interest on January 1. The
notes mature in 2023. Atlas Freight's fiscal year ends on December
31. What is the interest expense for 2020?
Transcribed Image Text:On July 1, 2020, Atlas Freight received $60,000 from an issue of promissory notes that pay 8% annual interest on January 1. The notes mature in 2023. Atlas Freight's fiscal year ends on December 31. What is the interest expense for 2020?
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