The Lower the Times Interest Earned Ratio, the More Likely

question 87

Multiple Choice

The lower the times interest earned ratio, the more likely:

• A) a default in payment will occur.
• B) a business can pay off their loan.
• C) a business will produce a gain.
• D) interest payments can be made.

Understand the impact of transactions on owner's equity and company financial position.

Comprehend the basic accounting equation and how transactions affect it.

Master the calculation of net income or net loss from given financial data.

Identify internal and external users of accounting information and their needs.

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