Discussion Post
• Let's start by defining the following terms.
o Basic earnings per share.
o Potentially dilutive security.
o Diluted earnings per share.
o Complex capital structure.
o Potential common stock.
• Why are preferred dividends deducted from net income when calculating EPS? Are there circumstances when this deduction is not made?
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