Jane's Donut Co. borrowed $200,000 on January 1, 2011, and signed a two-year note bearing interest at 12%. Interest is payable in full at maturity on January 1, 2013. In connection with this note, Jane's should report interest expense at December 31, 2011, in the amount of:
A. $0.
B. $24,000.
C. $48,000.
D. $50,880.