With Reference to Time Series Data Patterns, a Cyclical Pattern

question 17

Multiple Choice

With reference to time series data patterns, a cyclical pattern is the component of the time series that:

• A) shows a periodic pattern over one year or less.
• B) does not vary with respect to time.
• C) results in periodic above-trend and below-trend behavior of the time series lasting more than one year.
• D) is characterized by a linear variation of the dependent variable with respect to time.