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TamzR
May 2, 2009, 10:32 AM
A firm has net income of $390, interest expense of $40 and depreciation of $50. The corporate tax rate is 35 percent. What is the Cash Coverage Ratio?

a)9.75
b)10.67
c)11.00
d)14.41
e)17.25

My Attempt to the Question
Cash Coverage Ratio = (EBIT + Depreciation)/ Interest

EBIT = 390*35% = 526.50
Cash Coverage Ratio = (526.50+50)/40 = 14.41

Can you explain to me if my approach was correct and help me understand the correct way to approach this kind of question.
Thanks In Advance

Zazonker
May 2, 2009, 01:12 PM
OK, but I think there are a couple of problems with your calculation of EBIT.
1. Taxes are on the net income before taxes. At a tax rate of 35%, this would be calculated as (Net Income)/(1 - tax rate).
2. To calculate EBIT, you also need to add the interest expense back in.
If you make those changes, you'll get a different answer.