City Slicker Corporation pays $55,000 into a bond sinking fund each year for the future redemption of bonds. During the first year, the fund earns $1,475. When the bonds mature, there is a sinking...

City Slicker Corporation pays $55,000 into a bond sinking fund each year for the future redemption of bonds. During the first year, the fund earns $1,475. When the bonds mature, there is a sinking fund balance of $612,000, and $600,000 is needed to redeem the bonds.