The times interest earned is 16.86 times.
The times interest earned is also known as interest coverage. It is a type of coverage ratios. Coverage ratios measure the ability of a company to cover its debt payment.
Times interest earned = earnings before interest and taxes / interest payment
Earnings before interest and taxes = net income + interest expense + tax expense
$3.2 billion + 214 million + 195 million = $3.609 billion
Times interest earned = $3.609 billion / $214 million = 16.86 times
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