EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS)

3 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2016

3.	EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS)

Basic EPS is calculated using the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted EPS is calculated using the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period plus shares issuable upon the assumed exercise of dilutive common share options and vesting of performance-accelerated restricted shares (restricted shares) by using the treasury stock method. The number of shares used in the calculation of earnings per share for each period presented is as follows (in thousands):

	Three Months Ended December 31,
	2016		2015

Weighted Average Shares Outstanding - Basic		25,720		25,820
Dilutive Options and Restricted Shares		259		224

Adjusted Shares - Diluted		25,979		26,044