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EXHIBIT 11.1
LANDSTAR SYSTEM, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY
CALCULATION OF EARNINGS PER COMMON SHARE
(In thousands, except per share amounts)
(Unaudited)
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Thirty Nine Thirteen
Weeks Ended Weeks Ended
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Sept 23, Sept 25, Sept 23, Sept 25,
2000 1999 2000 1999
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Earnings available for earnings per share:
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Net income $ 29,292 $ 30,304 $ 11,516 $ 12,074
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Average number of common shares outstanding 8,909 10,149 8,677 9,954
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Earnings per common share $ 3.29 $ 2.99 $ 1.33 $ 1.21
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