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During the Third Industrial Revolution, what marked the beginning of the era?
During the Third Industrial Revolution, what marked the beginning of the era?
- Development of electricity (correct)
- Discovery of chemicals
- Invention of the Crompton mule
- Creation of the Watt steam engine
Which of the following industries was not a significant part of the Fourth Industrial Revolution?
Which of the following industries was not a significant part of the Fourth Industrial Revolution?
- Internet
- Coal (correct)
- Aircrafts
- Automobiles
What marked a significant evolution during the Second Industrial Revolution?
What marked a significant evolution during the Second Industrial Revolution?
- Cort’s puddling and rolling process for making iron (correct)
- Invention of the telephone
- Development of electricity
- Discovery of chemicals
Which transportation mode was associated with the Third Industrial Revolution?
Which transportation mode was associated with the Third Industrial Revolution?
What type of technology is General Purpose Technology (GPT) known for?
What type of technology is General Purpose Technology (GPT) known for?
During which Industrial Revolution did the development of nuclear power as a source of energy become significant?
During which Industrial Revolution did the development of nuclear power as a source of energy become significant?
What is the formula for calculating labor productivity ratio?
What is the formula for calculating labor productivity ratio?
If a company produces 300 cars in a month with 5,000 total hours of work, what is the labor productivity ratio?
If a company produces 300 cars in a month with 5,000 total hours of work, what is the labor productivity ratio?
In June, what was the total number of pairs of shoes produced by the shoe manufacturer?
In June, what was the total number of pairs of shoes produced by the shoe manufacturer?
How many employees did the shoe manufacturer have in July?
How many employees did the shoe manufacturer have in July?
If each worker worked 8 hours a day, 5 days a week, for 4 weeks, how many total hours did each worker work in June?
If each worker worked 8 hours a day, 5 days a week, for 4 weeks, how many total hours did each worker work in June?
Calculate the percentage increase in productivity if a company's output increased from 10,000 to 12,000 units.
Calculate the percentage increase in productivity if a company's output increased from 10,000 to 12,000 units.
What is the formula for calculating multifactor productivity?
What is the formula for calculating multifactor productivity?
In the given scenario, what is the material cost if 800 pounds of material are used?
In the given scenario, what is the material cost if 800 pounds of material are used?
What does the price index measure?
What does the price index measure?
How is labor cost calculated in the context provided?
How is labor cost calculated in the context provided?
What is the overhead cost in the scenario when 4 workers are employed instead of 3?
What is the overhead cost in the scenario when 4 workers are employed instead of 3?
What is the relationship between increases in productivity and the cost of production?
What is the relationship between increases in productivity and the cost of production?
If the usable output is increased to 400 units, how would this change affect multifactor productivity?
If the usable output is increased to 400 units, how would this change affect multifactor productivity?
How did the assembly line impact manufacturing and society?
How did the assembly line impact manufacturing and society?
What pivotal change did Henry Ford's assembly line spark in 1913?
What pivotal change did Henry Ford's assembly line spark in 1913?
How does an increase in productivity affect prices?
How does an increase in productivity affect prices?
What is the formula to calculate labor productivity percentage increase?
What is the formula to calculate labor productivity percentage increase?
What is the main focus of Industrial Biotech?
What is the main focus of Industrial Biotech?
Which technology involves the use of enzymes and microorganisms?
Which technology involves the use of enzymes and microorganisms?
Which technology aims at mass customization and flexible production processes?
Which technology aims at mass customization and flexible production processes?
What is a key effect of Game Changing Technologies according to the text?
What is a key effect of Game Changing Technologies according to the text?
In terms of work and employment, what does upgrading of occupations refer to?
In terms of work and employment, what does upgrading of occupations refer to?
What does the term 'Servitization' imply about the future of economic activities?
What does the term 'Servitization' imply about the future of economic activities?
Study Notes
Industrial Revolutions
- The Third Industrial Revolution was marked by the beginning of the era of digital technology.
- The Fourth Industrial Revolution did not significantly involve the agricultural industry.
- The Second Industrial Revolution was marked by the significant evolution of the steel industry.
Technology and Productivity
- General Purpose Technology (GPT) is known for its ability to transform entire economies.
- Labor productivity ratio is calculated as output per hour worked.
- Formula for calculating labor productivity ratio: Total output ÷ Total hours worked.
- Example: If a company produces 300 cars in a month with 5,000 total hours of work, the labor productivity ratio is 300 cars ÷ 5,000 hours = 0.06 cars per hour.
Industrial Revolution and Energy
- The development of nuclear power as a source of energy became significant during the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
Productivity and Cost
- Formula for calculating multifactor productivity: Output ÷ (Labor hours + Materials + Capital).
- An increase in productivity leads to a decrease in the cost of production.
- Labor cost is calculated as total labor hours worked × labor cost per hour.
- Overhead cost increases when more workers are employed.
Manufacturing and Society
- The assembly line, introduced by Henry Ford in 1913, revolutionized manufacturing and society.
- An increase in productivity leads to a decrease in prices.
- An increase in multifactor productivity leads to an increase in usable output.
Biotech and Technology
- The main focus of Industrial Biotech is the use of enzymes and microorganisms to produce goods.
- Additive manufacturing aims at mass customization and flexible production processes.
- Game Changing Technologies have a significant impact on the economy and society.
- Upgrading of occupations refers to the need for workers to acquire new skills.
- Servitization implies that the future of economic activities will involve the provision of services rather than just products.
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Learn how to calculate the percentage increase in productivity using a simple formula. Practice with an example where the difference in productivity is provided to determine the percentage increase relative to the initial year.
