The Following Linear Trend Expression Was Estimated Using a Time

question 19

Multiple Choice

The following linear trend expression was estimated using a time series with 17 time periods. ​
T_t = 129.5 + 4.8t
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The trend projection for time period 18 is

• A) 68.4.
• B) 211.1.
• C) 215.9.
• D) 134.3.

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