Assume basic EPS has been determined.In determining the diluted earnings per share,the annual dividend on convertible cumulative preferred shares,which are a dilutive convertible security,should be:

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In calculating diluted EPS, the annual dividend on convertible cumulative preferred shares is added back to the numerator because these dividends would not be paid if the shares were converted into common stock.

Assume Basic EPS Has Been Determined