On January 1, 2021, El Dorado sold $250,000 of 4% ten-year bonds. Interest is payable semiannually on June 30 and December 31. The bonds were sold for $135,301, priced to yield 12%. El Dorado records interest at the effective rate. El Dorado should report bond interest expense for the six months ended June 30, 2021, in the amount of:

Beagle autos is known for its affordable and reliable brand of consumer vehicles. because its shareholders expect to see an improved rate of growth in the coming years, beagle's executives have decided to diversify the company's range of products so that at least 40 percent of the firm's revenue is generated by new business units. however, the company's resources, capabilities, and competencies are limited to producing other forms of motorized vehicles, such as motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles (atvs). which type of corporate diversification strategy should beagle pursue?