A Seasonal Manufacturing Operation Began the Calendar Year with 14

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Short Answer

A seasonal manufacturing operation began the calendar year with 14 employees. It added seven on April 1, eight on May 1, and eleven more on June 1. Six were laid off on September 1 and another 14 were let go on October 1. What was the average number of employees on the payroll during the calendar year? (Assume that each month has the same length.)

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