A Fixed Charge Coverage

question 6

Multiple Choice

A fixed charge coverage:

• A)is a balance sheet indication of debt carrying ability.
• B)is an income statement indication of debt carrying ability.
• C)is a liquidity ratio.
• D)frequently includes research and development.
• E)computation is standard from firm to firm.

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