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Chapter 1, Problem 17P

a)

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To determine: The multifactor productivity for last year.

Introduction: Multifactor productivity is an evaluation of economic performance that compares the amount of products and services produced to the amount of combined inputs used to produce those products and services.

b)

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To determine: The multifactor productivity for the current year.

Introduction: Multifactor productivity is an evaluation of economic performance that compares the amount of products and services produced to the amount of combined inputs used to produce those products and services.

c)

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To determine: The percentage change in productivity for the monthly average last year versus the monthly average this year.

Introduction: Productivity is a measure of the effectiveness of an individual, systems, machinery and other equipments that are used in converting inputs into outputs. In all organizations, productivity is an important determinant to know cost efficiency.

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