First Link Services granted 4.6 million of its

First Link Services granted 4.6 million of its $1 par common shares to executives, subject to forfeiture if employment is terminated within four years. The common shares have a market price of $12 per share on the grant date.1. Ignoring taxes, what is the total compensation cost pertaining to the restricted shares?Total Compensation Cost = _____________ Million2. Ignoring taxes, what is the effect on earnings in the year after the shares are granted to executives?Effect on Earning: (Decrease by / Increase by / No effect) _____________ Million

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