Which Estimating Technique Uses a Statistical Relationship Between Historical Data

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which estimating technique uses a statistical relationship between historical data and other variables to calculate project costs?

• A) empirical estimating
• B) parametric estimating
• C) grass roots estimating
• D) analogous estimating

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Definitions:

Relative Purchasing Power Parity

A theory that states the rate of appreciation or depreciation of one currency relative to another will equal the rate of inflation differentials between the two countries.

Expected Inflation

The rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services is rising, and subsequently, purchasing power is expected to fall.

Absolute Purchasing Power Parity

A theory that suggests that the price of goods in different countries should be equal when measured in a common currency.

Exchange Rate

The price of one country's currency in terms of another currency or currencies.