Northern Manufacturing is negotiating a large bank loan. The…

Northern Manufacturing is negotiating a large bank loan. The bank has indicated that it is particularly concerned with the company’s leverage position. Prior to obtaining the loan, the company reports: Total liabilities: $1,800,000 Shareholders’ equity: $1,200,000 Management is considering issuing additional shares to improve its leverage ratios. What is Northern Manufacturing’s current debt-to-equity ratio?