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a)
To determine: Company LC’s productivity before and after a change in work rules.
Introduction: Productivity is a measure of the effectiveness of an individual, systems, machinery and other equipment that are used in converting inputs into outputs. In all organizations, productivity is an important determinant to know the cost efficiency.
b)
To determine: The percentage increase in productivity.
Introduction: Productivity is a measure of the effectiveness of an individual, systems, machinery and other equipment that are used in converting inputs into outputs. In all organizations, productivity is an important determinant to know the cost efficiency.
c)
To determine: Company LC’s new labor productivity
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