Which of the Following Best Describes the Meaning of Burden

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the meaning of burden of proof in a trial?

• A) It is the obligation of the plaintiff or prosecution to prove liability or guilt.
• B) It is the obligation of the jury to prove guilty and reach a verdict after a trial.
• C) It is the obligation of the defendant to prove his or her innocence.
• D) It is the obligation of the expert witness to prove his or her reliability in the court.

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Definitions:

Debt-To-Equity Ratio

A financial benchmark illustrating the relationship between the use of shareholder equity and debt in funding company assets.

Times Interest Earned

Times interest earned, also known as interest coverage ratio, measures a company's ability to make interest payments on its debt with its earnings before interest and taxes.

Debt-To-Equity Ratio

A metric outlining the balance of shareholder equity and debt in the financial composition for supporting a company's assets.

Equity Multiplier

A financial leverage ratio that indicates the portion of a company's assets that are financed by shareholders' equity.