Over the past several years, workers in the small nation of Rainland have enjoyed an increase in the number of holidays and a reduction in the average length of the workday that has reduced the total number of hours they work each year. However, the output per worker in Rainland is higher now than it was before the reduction in hours. These facts suggest that productivity in Rainland has increased.

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The increase in productivity despite the reduction in hours and increase in holidays suggests that workers in Rainland are using their time more efficiently and effectively, leading to an increase in productivity.

Over the Past Several Years, Workers in the Small Nation