McDonnell-Myer Corporation reported net income of $741 million. The company had 544 million common shares outstanding at

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McDonnell-Myer Corporation reported net income of $741 million. The company had 544 million common shares outstanding at January 1 and sold 36 million shares on Feb. 28. As part of an annual share repurchase plan, 6 million shares were retired on April 30 for $47 per share. Calculate McDonnell-Myer’s earnings per share for the year.

Corporation
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