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A. Define "Earnings Surprise" b. One measure for expected earnings this quarter (t) could be earnings for the same quarter last year (t-4). List some of the disadvantages to using this measure. c. Suggest a better measure for expected earnings.

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A. Define "Earnings Surprise"
b. One measure for expected earnings this quarter (t) could be earnings for the same quarter last year (t-4). List some of the disadvantages to using this measure.
c. Suggest a better measure for expected earnings.

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