The Number of Times Interest Expense Is Earned Is Computed

question 35

Multiple Choice

The number of times interest expense is earned is computed as

• A) net income plus interest expense, divided by interest expense
• B) income before income tax plus interest expense, divided by interest expense
• C) net income divided by interest expense
• D) income before income tax divided by interest expense

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Definitions:

Sclereid Cells

Specialized thick-walled plant cells that contribute to the hardness of nuts, seeds, and certain fruits.

Chloroplasts

Organelles found in the cells of green plants and photosynthetic algae that conduct photosynthesis by capturing light energy to synthesize carbohydrates.

Underground Stem

A stem of a plant that grows beneath the surface of the soil which can store food or be reproductive, examples include rhizomes and tubers.

Modified Leaves

Leaves that have undergone changes to perform specialized functions beyond photosynthesis, such as tendrils for climbing or spines for protection.