Campbell, Inc. has net income of $500,000 and 200,000 shares of common stock. The company is considering a project that requires $800,000 and is considering two options:

• Option 1 is to borrow $800,000 at 12%.
• Option 2 is to issue 100,000 shares of common stock for $800,000.

Considering all relevant facts and figures, Campbell's management is of the opinion that the funds raised can be used to increase income before interest and taxes by $300,000 each year. The company estimates income tax expense to be 40%. Analyze the Campbell situation to determine which plan will result in higher earnings per share. (Round your answers to two decimal points.)


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