A Time-Series Plot That Exhibits a General Increase in Value

question 15

Multiple Choice

A time-series plot that exhibits a general increase in value from the early periods to the latest time periods:

• A) most likely is exhibiting a cyclical component.
• B) has a trend component present in the data.
• C) will probably start to decline in a few periods.
• D) has a seasonal component present in the data

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Definitions:

Geographic Distribution

The manner in which a particular natural feature, population, or resource is spread out across the Earth's surface.

Eroded Away

The process by which natural forces remove and transport soil, rock, or other material from one location to another.

Geologic Timescale

A system of chronological dating that relates geological strata to time, used by geologists to describe the timing and relationships of events in Earth's history.

Cenozoic

The current geological era, beginning about 66 million years ago, characterized by the significant development of mammals and birds following the extinction of dinosaurs.