Which Financial Ratio Indicates the Ability of the Company to Meet

question 95

Multiple Choice

Which financial ratio indicates the ability of the company to meet its annual interest costs?

• A) debt to asset ratio
• B) debt to equity ratio
• C) times interest earned
• D) long-term debt to capital structure
• E) coverage of fixed charges

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Definitions:

Cortisol Hypersecretion

Excessive production of cortisol by the adrenal gland, often associated with stress or disorders such as Cushing's syndrome.

ACTH Secretion

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Unhelpful Thought Patterns

Cognitive processes that are negative or destructive, often contributing to psychological distress.