On May 1, 2020, GAL Co. purchased a short-term P2,000,000 face value, 9% debt instruments for P1,860,000 including the accrued interest and classified it as a trading security. The debt
On May 1, 2020, GAL Co. purchased a short-term P2,000,000 face value, 9% debt instruments for P1,860,000 including the accrued interest and classified it as a trading security. The debt instruments mature on January 1, 2023, and pay interest semi-annually on January 1 and July 1. On December 31, 2020, the fair market value of the instruments is 98%. On March 2, 2021, GAL Co. sold the trading security for P1,980,000. How much will be recognized as income on the 2020 income statement? P100,000 P120,000 P160,000 P280,000 answer not given
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