What does the term "EBITDA" stand for?

a$)$ Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization

b$)$ Earnings Before Interest and Taxes, Deductions, and Amortization

c$)$ Earnings Before Income Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization

d$)$ Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Allowances