In Describing Forecasting, Which of the Following Statements Is False

question 50

Multiple Choice

In describing forecasting, which of the following statements is false?

• A)Even when forecasting errors are small, they can have a large impact when used for determining large aggregates in the economy such as GDP.
• B)Current economic conditions are given more weight than forecasts in formulating policy.
• C)Forecasting errors are usually very minor since forecasting is a nearly perfect science.
• D)Forecast errors can be fairly large.

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