
Concept explainers
a.
To determine: The effect of EPS with each plan taking in consideration both the current plan and two other plans of Dickinson company.
Introduction:
Earning per share (EPS):
It is the profit per outstanding share of a public company. A higher EPS indicates higher value of the company because investors are ready to pay higher price for one share of the company.Â
b.
To determine: The most favourable plan, if ROA falls to 5% and rises to 15% (considering all the plans) for Dickinson company.
Introduction:
It is the financial ratio that shows the profitability of the firm in relation to the usage of resources and can be calculated by dividing the net income to the total assets of the firm.
Earning per share (EPS):
It is the profit per outstanding share of a public company. A higher EPS indicates higher value of the company because investors are ready to pay higher price for one share of the company.
c.
To explain: The most favorable plan before restructuring activity if common stock increases to 12 dollars for Dickinson company.
Introduction:
Earning per share (EPS):
It is the profit per outstanding share of a public company. A higher EPS indicates higher value of the company because investors are ready to pay higher price for one share of the company.

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