All of the Following Statements Are True EXCEPT

question 40

Multiple Choice

All of the following statements are true EXCEPT

• A) a nucleus weighs less than the protons and neutrons from which it is composed.
• B) the difference in mass between a nucleus and its individual protons and neutrons is called the mass defect.
• C) the process in which a nucleus decomposes to form two or more lighter nuclei is called nuclear fission.
• D) nuclear fission evolves more energy than ordinary chemical reactions,such as the combustion of gasoline.
• E) nuclear fission evolves more energy than nuclear fusion.

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Definitions:

Times Interest Earned

Times interest earned is a financial ratio that measures a company's ability to meet its debt obligations by comparing its income before interest and taxes (EBIT) to its interest expenses.

Interest Expense

The cost incurred by an entity for borrowed funds; this expense is a non-operating cost that appears on the income statement.

Total Debt Ratio

A financial metric that compares a company's total debt to its total assets, indicating how much of the company's assets are financed by debt.

Financial Position

A snapshot of the resources and obligations of a company or individual at a specific point in time, indicating the net worth or financial health.