Over the last ten years productivity grew more slowly in Upland than in Lowland and the population and total hours worked remained the same in both countries. It follows that

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Productivity is one of the key determinants of economic growth. If productivity grows more slowly over a period of time, it can lead to slower growth in real GDP per person. Therefore, it is likely that real GDP per person grew more slowly in Upland than in Lowland. Option A is incorrect because total population and hours worked remained the same in both countries. Option C is not necessarily correct because the standard of living depends on various other factors in addition to productivity.

Over the Last Ten Years Productivity Grew More Slowly in Upland