Exponential Smoothing Uses a Feedback Control Mechanism Because:
A) $\alpha$

question 18

Multiple Choice

Exponential smoothing uses a feedback control mechanism because:

• A) \(\alpha \) is less than 1.
• B) calculations are based on modifying the previous smooth value.
• C) the calculation contains the forecast error.
• D) the weights given to past data are exponentially distributed.

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