Average annual productivity growth and unit labor cost decline, in 
percent, selected industries, 1987-97
		
					     (percent change)	
Industry				Productivity 	Unit Labor 
					Growth		Cost Decline
Computer and office equipment		25.1		-17.2
Electronic components and accessories	19.8		-13.0
Communications equipment		8.3		-2.3
Ophthalmic goods			7.3		-0.9
Women's and children's undergarments	7.0		-3.4
Public building and related furniture	6.4		-1.0
Railroad equipment			6.2		-2.4