Smoothing Time Series Data by the Moving Average Method or Exponential

question 212

Multiple Choice

Smoothing time series data by the moving average method or exponential smoothing method is an attempt to remove the effect of the:

• A)trend component
• B)cyclical component
• C)seasonal component
• D)random variation component

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Definitions:

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Bandura

Albert Bandura, a prominent psychologist recognized for his social learning theory, emphasizing the role of observational learning, self-efficacy, and reciprocal determinism in behavior.

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