Which One of the Following Statements About Forecasting Is FALSE

question 104

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements about forecasting is FALSE?

• A) The method for incorporating a trend in an exponentially smoothed forecast requires the estimation of three smoothing constants: one for the mean, one for the trend, and one for the error.
• B) The cumulative sum of forecast errors (CFE) is useful in measuring the bias in a forecast.
• C) The standard deviation and the mean absolute deviation measure the dispersion of forecast errors.
• D) A tracking signal is a measure that indicates whether a method of forecasting has any built-in biases over a period of time.

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Definitions:

Natural Childbirth

Method of childbirth that seeks to prevent pain by eliminating the mother’s fear through education about the physiology of reproduction and training in breathing and relaxation during delivery.

Prepared Childbirth

An approach to childbirth that involves education and psychological preparation to reduce fear and pain during labor and delivery.

Lamaze

A childbirth preparation technique focusing on breathing methods, relaxation, and coping strategies for labor.

Bradley Childbirth

A method of natural childbirth that emphasizes a partnership approach to birth, education, and minimal medical intervention.