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PHOENIX -- Arizona's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate is down again, declining to 8.1 percent in October.

September's rate was 8.2 percent, down from 8.3 percent the previous two months.

Department of Administration economists said the state gained 11,900 jobs in October.

Both government and private sectors had below-average gains. Of the 11 economic sectors, six added jobs, four lost jobs and one remained unchanged.

The biggest gain was recorded by the trade, transportation and utilities sector, which added 4,900 jobs. That sector typically adds jobs this time of year as retailers prepare for the upcoming holiday season.

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    November 15, 2012 12:28 pm
    It could be the reason that the unemployment rate is down is due to the fact that it is becoming increasing difficult to call the phone line when you have questions about your claim. I have not been able to get through to a customer service agent for 2 weeks. Last week I always got the message that they were experiencing too many calls and to call back later. Today the main number doesn't even answer. It just rings and rings. I am filing on an estension so I cannot use azui.com but must fax my claim and when there is a question, I need to call them. Too bad for me.
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