FastCo has generated productivity data for the first two quarters of the year (Table 1). Using dollar
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FastCo has generated productivity data for the first two quarters of the year (Table 1). Using dollar measures of input and output, compare the total profit and productivity achieved for the first two quarters. How does Q2 productivity compare with Q1 productivity? Use partial factor productivity to identify what might be done to improve productivity and profitability during Q3.
Table 1: FastCo Quarterly Productivity Data
Q1 | Q2 | |
Unit selling price | $20 | $21 |
Total units sold | 10,000 | 8,500 |
Labor hours | 9,000 | 7,750 |
Labor cost/hr | $10 | $10 |
Material usage (lb) | 5,000 | 4,500 |
Material cost/lb | $15.00 | $15.50 |
Other costs | $20,000 | $18,000 |
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