The Ratio That Measures the Number of Times That Operating

question 23

Multiple Choice

The ratio that measures the number of times that operating income can cover interest expense is the:

• A)debt ratio.
• B)leverage.
• C)times-interest-earned ratio.
• D)rate of return on total assets.

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Definitions:

Common Cold

A viral infectious disease of the upper respiratory tract characterized by symptoms like coughing, sneezing, and a runny nose.

Influenza

A viral outbreak characterized by its rapid spread, affecting the respiratory tract with symptoms like high fever, intense body aches, and mucus buildup, typically seen in epidemic proportions.

Allergy

An allergy is an immune system response to a foreign substance (allergen) that's not typically harmful to the body.

Nasal Discharge

A fluid flow from the nose, often as a result of colds, allergies, or infections.