Identify the Components of Simple Linear Regression Models and Discuss

question 12

Multiple Choice

Identify the components of simple linear regression models and discuss their applications Use the data given below to answer the following question(s) .
The worldwide sales of cars from 1981-1990 are shown in the table below. Given: α = 0.2 and β
= 0.15 (Hint: Use XLMiner) $$\begin{array} { | c | c | } \hline \text { Year } & \begin{array} { c } \text { Units sold in } \\\text { thousands }\end{array} \\\hline 1981 & 888 \\\hline 1982 & 900 \\\hline 1983 & 1000 \\\hline 1984 & 1200 \\\hline 1985 & 1100 \\\hline 1986 & 1300 \\\hline 1987 & 1250 \\\hline 1988 & 1150 \\\hline 1989 & 1100 \\\hline 1990 & 1200 \\\hline\end{array}$$
-Identify the value of the mean square error using double exponential smoothing for the given set of data.

• A) 8.10
• B) 1.80
• C) 91.27
• D) 11976.17

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Definitions:

NCI

Non-controlling interest, a portion of the equity in a subsidiary not attributable, directly or indirectly, to the parent company.

Consolidated Statement

Financial statements that represent the combined financials of a parent company and its subsidiaries, showing the total of assets, liabilities, and equities.

Financial Position

A snapshot of what a company owns and owes, represented on the balance sheet, including assets, liabilities, and equity at a specific point in time.

Date of Acquisition

The exact date on which one company obtains control of another, which is crucial for financial reporting and integration processes.