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Using the data in the following table, suppose we experience the same percentage change in productivity between February and March as we did between January and February. How many units should we expect to produce in March with twelve employees?
JANUARY | FEBRUARY | |
Number of Employees | 11 | 13 |
Level of Productivity (Units/employee) | 200 | 180 |
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1920 units
1944 units
2673 units
2662 units
None of the above
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