Answer:
Loss on the retirement of $4,750
Explanation:
The following have the effect on the income statement which is a loss on the retirement and it amounts to $4,750
It is computed as:
Loss on retirement = Retirement value of the bonds - Issued price of the bonds
= $71,150 - $66,400
= $4,750
Working Note:
Issued Price of bonds = Face value - Discount on bonds payable
= $70,000 - $3,600
= $66,400