Which one of the following statements is correct?

Multiple Choice

The assets$-$to$-$equity ratio can be computed as $1$ plus the debt$-$to$-$equity ratio.

None of the options are correct.

To realize the best risk and reward profile, financial leverage should be maximized.

Long$-$term creditors would prefer the times$-$interest$-$earned ratio be $1\mathrm{.}4$ rather than $2\mathrm{.}4.$

If the debt$-$to$-$assets ratio is greater than $0\mathrm{.}50,$ then the debt$-$to$-$equity ratio must be less than $1\mathrm{.}0.$