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EXHIBIT 12
QUALITY STORES, INC.
Schedule Regarding Computation of Ratio of Earnings to Fixed Charges
(In Thousands, Except Ratio)
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Three Months Ended
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July 29, July 31,
2000 1999
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Fixed charges:
Interest expense $11,508 $ 9,079
Portion of rent expense representing interest 1,551 1,400
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13,059 10,479
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Earnings:
Income before income taxes 15,004 8,250
Fixed charges 13,059 10,479
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$28,063 $18,729
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Ratio of earnings to fixed charges 2.1 x 1.8 x
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Six Months Ended
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July 29, July 31,
2000 1999
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Fixed charges:
Interest expense $22,230 $14,554
Portion of rent expense representing interest 2,941 2,205
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25,171 16,759
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Earnings:
Income before income taxes 7,622 10,672
Fixed charges 25,171 16,759
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$32,793 $27,431
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Ratio of earnings to fixed charges 1.3 x 1.6 x
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