Answer: A. debit of $3,745 to Premium on Bonds Payable.
Step-by-step explanation:
The carrying value of the bonds at redemption date is $103,745.
The bonds retired however, had a face value of $100,000.
The company therefore paid a premium on these bonds which is:
= 103,745 - 100,000
= $3,745
This amount will be debited to the Premium on Bonds Payable account.