Using Exponential Smoothing, the Demand Forecast for Time Period 10

question 34

Multiple Choice

Using exponential smoothing, the demand forecast for time period 10 equals the demand forecast for time period 9 plus

• A) α times (the demand forecast for time period 8).
• B) α times (the forecast error for time period 9).
• C) α times (the observed demand in time period 9).
• D) α times (the forecast error for time period 8).

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