Sheridan Company purchased $1750000 of 10% bonds of Scott Company on January 1, 2021, paying $1650375. The bonds mature January 1, 2031; interest is payable each July 1 and January 1. The discount of $99625 provides an effective yield of 11%. Sheridan Company uses the effective-interest method and plans to hold these bonds to maturity.

On July 1, 2021, Sheridan Company should increase its Debt Investments account for the Scott Company bonds by

a. $4981.
b. $3271.
c. $6541.
d. $9963.