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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