After 1979 there was an upsurge in labor productivity growth in the U.S.________ sector,mainly coming from the ________ industry.
A)manufacturing,computer
B)manufacturing,machine tool
C)nonmanufacturing,edible oil
D)nonmanufacturing,financial services
E)nonmanufacturing,book publishing

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The question mentions an upsurge in labor productivity growth after 1979, which coincides with the rise of the computer industry. Therefore, the correct answer is choice A, as manufacturing and the computer industry are closely linked. The other choices are incorrect as they either refer to nonmanufacturing sectors or industries that are not known for having a significant impact on labor productivity growth during that time period.

After 1979 There Was an Upsurge in Labor Productivity Growth