45 . The industry in which RTF , Inc . operates has an industry average of 21 % for earnings before taxes . Is RTF outperforming or underperforming the industry and why ? A . Outperforming because RTF has an EBT of 190 % B . Outperforming because RTF has an EBT of 210% C . Underperforming because RTF has an EBT of 19 / D. Underperforming because RTF has an EBT of 20% E . Performing in line with the industry at 210%