Two local competitors, Collins Inc. and Jones Inc. reported basic earnings per share of $$6\mathrm{.}25$ and $$9\mathrm{.}50,$ respectively, for the year ended December $31,2023.$ As of December $31,2023,$ the closing stock price for Collins was $$50$ per share and the closing stock price for Jones was $$25$ per share.$$

A$.$ Which would you prefer to own and why?

B$.$ List $5$ ratios or other information that would be helpful in making your decision?