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In 2019, Alafaya had sales of $950,000 and paid taxes of $84,000. Because of the low interest rate environment, the firm also borrowed some money from the local bank and paid $40,000 in interest expense. In addition, the firm incurred Variable Costs and Fixed Costs of $270,000 and $400,000 respectively. If sales increase by 5%, what should be the increase in earnings per share?
Group of answer choices
14.17%
5.83%
5.0%
12.14%
8.17%
Correct answer: 14.17%
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