A reading above 50 indicates growth in the local economy.

In general, a reading above 50 indicates that the economy is growing.

A reading of 1 would indicate a very strong acid level in the water.

A reading between 50 and 70 indicates moderate economic growth.

The readings indicated life forms in water and on land.

A reading below 50 percent indicates the economy is contracting.

However a closer reading of the decision indicates that this was not the only factor.

A reading below 50 indicates that the economy is declining.

In the association's report, a reading over 50 indicates an increase while one of less than that represents a decline.

A reading below 50 percent indicates contraction, while one above that points to growth.