Your firm has a $300,000 bond issue outstanding. These bonds have a 7% coupon, pay interest semiannually, and have a current market price equal to 103% of face value. What is the amount of the annual interest tax shield given a tax rate of 35%?
a. $7,350
b. $18,025
c. $6,125
d. $6,309
e. $17,500