Ten years ago, Spielberg Inc. earned $0.50 per share. Its earnings this year were $2.20. What was the growth rate in earnings per share (EPS) over the 10-year period?

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The growth rate in EPS can be calculated using the formula:Growth rate = (Ending EPS - Beginning EPS) / Beginning EPS * 100In this case, the beginning EPS is $0.50 and the ending EPS is $2.20. Therefore, the growth rate is:Growth rate = (2.20 - 0.50) / 0.50 * 100 = 15.97%Therefore, the correct answer is B) 15.97%.

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