Which of the Following Exponential Smoothing Constant Values Puts the Same

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following exponential smoothing constant values puts the same weight on the most recent time series value as does a 5-period moving average?

• A) α = .2
• B) α = .25
• C) α = .75
• D) α = .8

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