Which Ratio Measures the Number of Dollars of Operating Earnings

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which ratio measures the number of dollars of operating earnings available to meet the firm's interest dollars and other fixed charges?

• A) times interest earned
• B) basic earning power
• C) fixed-charge coverage ratio
• D) ROA

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