In Troix City, the Learning Rate Is Based on a Tripling

question 37

Multiple Choice

In Troix City, the learning rate is based on a tripling of output instead of the traditional doubling. The first unit of a long production run was produced in 20 hours. In Deux City across the river, the learning rate is based on the usual doubling of output. The first unit of the production run in Deux City took 30 hours. At what level of output will the workers in Deux City become faster than those in Troix City if both locations enjoy an 80% learning rate?

• A) 27 units
• B) 31 units
• C) 35 units
• D) 39 units

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