On August 31, Jackson Enterprises issued bonds with a par value of $750,000 and a stated interest rate of 8%. Interest is payable semiannually on June 30 and December 31. If the proceeds from the issue amounted to $760,000, the bonds were likely

A
sold at a higher effective interest rate.
B
sold at a discount.
C
sold at a premium.
D
issued at par plus accrued interest.