The Following Time-Series Data Shows the Average Number of Vacation $$\begin{array} { l l } 2010 & 22 \\2011 & 25 \\2012 & 26 \\2013 & 29 \\2014 & 24 \\2015 & 21 \\2016 & 22 \\2017 & 20 \\2018 & 19\end{array}$$

question 5

Multiple Choice

The following time-series data shows the average number of vacation days taken each year by employees.
$$\begin{array} { l l } 2010 & 22 \\2011 & 25 \\2012 & 26 \\2013 & 29 \\2014 & 24 \\2015 & 21 \\2016 & 22 \\2017 & 20 \\2018 & 19\end{array}$$
Which of the following would be indicated if these data were shown through a visualization of these data?

• A)The average increased with each year shown.
• B)The average increased and then generally decreased during these years.
• C)The average decreased with each year shown.
• D)The average was highest in 2012 then declined since then.
• E)The average was lowest in 2015 and increased since then.

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