On January 1, 2004, Harry Co. redeemed its 15-year bonds of $1,500,000 par value for 102. They were originally issued on January 1, 1992 at 98 with a maturity date of January 1, 2007. The bond issue costs relating to this transaction were $90,000. Harry amortizes discounts, premiums, and bond issue costs using the straight-line method. What amount of loss should Harry recognize on the redemption of these bonds (ignore taxes)?
a. $54,000
b. $36,000
c. $30,000
d. $0