Which one of the following actions is usually a dependable and appealing way for managers to try to boost their company's EPS?

Make sure the company spends more on search engine and brand advertising than any other company in all four regions; the resulting increases in sales volumes, revenues, and profits will boost the company's EPS

Repurchase shares of the company's common stock

Strive to win enough contracts for celebrity endorsements to achieve a celebrity appeal rating above $225$ in all four geographic regions; the added profits on the extra sales of branded pairs worldwide resulting from celebrity endorsements will drive Tincreases in EPS

Undertake two production improvement options at all of the company's production operations; the resulting cost savings will boost both total profits and EPS

Produce and market branded footwear with the highest S$/$Q rating in all four geographic regions; the resulting increases in sales and market share can always be counted upon to boost EPS