a$.$ Given the following information, calculate the expected value for Firm C$\text{'}$s EPS. Data for Firms A and $B$ are as follows: $E(EP{S}_A)=$$$5\mathrm{.}10,$ and ${}_A=$$$3\mathrm{.}60$;

$E(EP{S}_B)=$$$4\mathrm{.}20,$ and ${}_B=$$$2\mathrm{.}94.$ Do not round intermediate calculations. Round your answer to the nearest cent.

$E(EP{S}_C)$:$

b$.$ You are given that ${}_c=$$$4\mathrm{.}12.$ Discuss the relative riskiness of the three firms' earnings using their respective coefficients of variation. Do not round

intermediate calculations. Round your answers to two decimal places.

CV

A

B

C

The most risky firm is