Consider the Following Time Series Data

question 36

Essay

Consider the following time series data:
a. Construct a time series plot. What type of pattern exists in the data?
b. Use simple linear regression analysis to find the parameters for the line that minimizes MSE for this time series.
c. What is the forecast for t = 11?

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