The Method of Least Squares Is Used on Time-Series Data

question 163

Multiple Choice

The method of least squares is used on time-series data for

• A) deseasonalizing the data.
• B) obtaining the trend equation.
• C) exponentially smoothing a series.
• D) eliminating irregular movements.

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