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EXHIBIT 99.0
WASHINGTON GAS LIGHT COMPANY AND SUBSIDIARIES
COMPUTATION OF RATIO OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES
Twelve Months Ended June 30, 2000
(Unaudited)
(Dollars in Thousands)
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FIXED CHARGES
Interest Expense $ 41,347
Amortization of Debt Premium, Discount and Expense 456
Interest Component of Rentals 12
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Total Fixed Charges $ 41,815
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EARNINGS
Net Income $ 85,500
Add:
Income Taxes Applicable to Utility Operating Income 46,904
Income Taxes Applicable to Non-Utility Operating Income 4,204
Income Taxes Applicable to Other Income (Expenses)--Net (883)
Total Fixed Charges 41,815
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Total Earnings $ 177,540
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Ratio of Earnings to Fixed Charges 4.2
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