Workers in the island nation of Rainland have enjoyed an increase in the number of holidays and a reduction in the average length of the workday. This has reduced the total number of hours they work each year. However, the output per worker is higher now than it was before the reduction in hours. These facts imply that productivity on the island has increased.

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Productivity is measured by dividing total output by work hours. Since output is higher while work hours have dropped, productivity must be higher.

Workers in the Island Nation of Rainland Have Enjoyed an Increase