The Interest-Coverage Ratio Is Calculated by Dividing Pretax Income Plus

question 15

Multiple Choice

The interest-coverage ratio is calculated by dividing pretax income plus interest expense by

• A)total shareholders' equity.
• B)total shareholders' equity and long-term debt.
• C)total assets.
• D)interest expense.
• E)total current assets.

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