________ Is the Application of Statistical Techniques to Find Patterns

question 3

Multiple Choice

________ is the application of statistical techniques to find patterns and relationships among data for classification and prediction.

• A) Data encryption
• B) Push publishing
• C) Data mining
• D) Pull publishing

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Definitions:

Cash Coverage Ratio

Cash coverage ratio is a financial metric that measures a company’s ability to pay its debt obligations with its operating cash flow.

Times Interest Earned

A financial ratio that measures a company's ability to cover its interest expenses with its earnings before interest and taxes.

Retained Earnings

The portion of a business's profits not distributed to shareholders as dividends but kept back in the company for reinvestment or to pay debt.

Sustainable Growth Rate

The maximum rate at which a company can grow its sales and earnings without increasing leverage or equity financing.