Reliable Manufacturers had no units in process at the beginning of the year. During the current year, 140,000 units were started. There were 15,000 units in work-in-process at the end of the year. These units were 40% complete. If total production costs for the year were $393,000 what should be the cost per equivalent unit?

a. $2.69

b. $2.93

c. $3.00

d. $3.14