The Number of Transistors (In Millions) Made in a Plant

question 87

Short Answer

The number of transistors (in millions) made in a plant in China during the past 5 years follows:
$$\begin{array} { | c | c | } \hline \text { Year } & \text { Transistors } \\\hline 1 & 140 \\\hline 2 & 160 \\\hline 3 & 190 \\\hline 4 & 200 \\\hline 5 & 210 \\\hline\end{array}$$
A) Forecast the number of transistors to be made next year using linear regression.
B) Compute the mean squared error (MSE) using linear regression.
C) Compute the mean absolute percentage error (MAPE).

• A) Forecast the number of transistors to be made next year using linear regression.
• B) Compute the mean squared error (MSE) using linear regression.
• C) Compute the mean absolute percentage error (MAPE).

---

Definitions:

Intimacy

A close, familiar, and usually affectionate or loving personal relationship with another person or group.

Power

is the ability or capacity to influence or control the behavior of others or the course of events.

Inclusion

The practice or policy of providing equal access to opportunities and resources for people who might otherwise be excluded or marginalized, such as those having physical or mental disabilities, or being members of minority groups.

Control

The power to influence or direct people's behavior or the course of events.