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What advantage does the fixed charge coverage ratio offer over simply using times interest earned?

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What advantage does the fixed charge coverage ratio offer over simply using times interest earned?

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Fixed charge coverage measures the firms ability to meet all the fixed obligations rather than just interest. The assumption is that failure to meet any financial obligation will endanger the firm. We need to see if they are safely coverered.