The Following Linear Trend Was Estimated Using a Time Series

question 21

Multiple Choice

The following linear trend was estimated using a time series regression with the origin in the year 2000. ŷ = 76.80 + 3.14t.
Which of the following is the forecast for the year 2013?

• A)114.48
• B)120.76
• C)79.94
• D)117.62

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Definitions:

Parent-Company Extension Method

A method in accounting where the parent company extends its financial statements to include the financial activities of its subsidiaries as if they are part of the parent company itself.

Consolidated Shareholders' Equity

The total amount of equity attributed to shareholders of the parent company and its subsidiaries, after eliminating intra-group transactions and balances.

Non-controlling Interest

Non-controlling interest is a portion of the equity in a subsidiary not owned directly or indirectly by the parent company, representing minority shareholders' interest in the subsidiary's net assets.

Equity Method

A method of accounting in which an investor recognizes its share of the profits and losses of an investee company in proportion to its ownership interest.