The society is planning to increase its membership by 6% in 1982. They also hope to achieve a 5% increase in crop production per member and reduce storage losses from 5% to 3%. However, the government’s policy of improving income distribution is likely to make it difficult for the society to cover its costs. Salaries are expected to go up more than 10%, while wages will increase by at least 15%. Electricity costs are expected to go up by 20%, and transport costs are likely to increase by at least 20%. The manager is considering buying new office furniture, which would cost $1,000.
Here are some questions and answers about the text:
- What are the society’s plans for 1982?
- What are the expected changes in crop production and storage losses?
- How will the government’s policy of improving income distribution affect the society?
- What are the expected increases in salaries, wages, electricity costs, and transport costs?
- Is the manager considering any other changes for 1982?
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