The percentage increase in production compared to previous year for different years are: In 1996 = (40 - 25) x 100 % = 60%. 25 In 1997 = (60 - 40) x 100 % = 50%. 40 In 1998 there is a decrease in production. In 1999 = (65 - 45) x 100 % = 44.44%. 45 In 2000 there is a decrease in production. In 2001 = (75 - 50) x 100 % = 50%. 50 In 2002 = (80 - 75) x 100 % = 6.67%. 75 Clearlyl, there is maximum percentage increase in production in 1996.