The Table Below Shows the Number of Pizzas Sold Daily

question 109

Essay

The table below shows the number of pizzas sold daily during a four-week period at King Pizza in Melbourne. $$\begin{array}{l}                                    \text { Week }\\\begin{array} { | l | c r r c | } \hline \text { Day } & 1 & 2 & 3 & 4 \\\hline \text { Sunday } & 253 & 234 & 248 & 232 \\\text { Monday } & 98 & 93 & 99 & 104 \\\text { Tuesday } & 106 & 88 & 87 & 115 \\\text { Wednesday } & 119 & 134 & 113 & 102 \\\text { Thursday } & 138 & 123 & 130 & 118 \\\text { Friday } & 201 & 215 & 218 & 205 \\\text { Saturday } & 327 & 399 & 415 & 390 \\\hline\end{array}\end{array}$$ a. Calculate the seasonal (daily) indexes, using a seven-day moving average.
b. Use regression analysis to find the linear trend line.
c. Calculate the seasonal (daily) indexes, using the trend line developed in (b).

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Definitions:

External Recruiting

The process of seeking and attracting candidates from outside the organization to fill open positions, often involving advertising, job fairs, or using recruitment agencies.

Employee Referrals

A recruitment strategy where existing employees recommend potential candidates for open positions within the organization.

Organizational Culture

The set of shared values, beliefs, standards, and behaviors that characterize the members of an organization and define its nature.

Compensation Costs

The total amount of expenses incurred by an employer to pay its employees, including wages, benefits, and taxes.