Where bonds are acquired at a premium or discount, the difference between the cost and the face value of the bonds shall be amortized over the periods prior to maturity of the bonds.
溢价或者折价购入的债券，其实际支付的价款与债券面值的差额，应当在债券到期前分期摊销。
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Where bonds are acquired at a premium or discount the difference between the cost and the face value of the bonds shall be amortized over the periods prior to maturity of the bonds.
溢价或者折价购入的债券，其实际支付的价款与债券面值的差额，应当在债券到期前分期摊销。
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This problem arises from the decline in bond prices and the insurance accounting convention that allows companies to carry bonds at amortized cost, regardless of market value.